MSc CyberSecurity 

In Hamburg

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The MSc CyberSecurity offers a transformative learning experience designed to develop confident and creative cyber security professionals.

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Entry Requirements

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Programme Structure

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Programme Overview

The MSc CyberSecurity offers a transformative learning experience designed to develop confident and creative cyber security professionals. Students will gain hands-on expertise in web and mobile security, ethical hacking, penetration testing, and digital forensics. They also master governance, risk, and compliance. Through immersive practical activities and workshops in a flexible blended learning environment, students will tackle real-world cyber challenges using cutting-edge tools. With employability at its core, the programme prepares graduates for high-demand careers in government, business, and industry. The most significant objective is to foster professional integrity and promote exceptional achievement in the field of cyber-security. 

Students in the MSc CyberSecurity will engage in a dynamic learning journey through practical projects and lab-based activities. The course gives students the chance to build real skills for tackling today’s cyber security challenges.  
Working in a supportive, and collaborative, environment, students will face real-world scenarios that encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Regular feedback through practical and project-based assessments will help them grow and develop step by step as well as build both technical expertise and confidence. By the end of the programme, students will be ready to step into high-demand cyber security roles with the knowledge and skills to make an impact. 

On successful completion of the programme, students will have acquired upper-intermediate levels of cyber security knowledge and proficiency.  
 
There is a global cyber security skills gap. Prospects for graduates in cyber security are good. Students who complete the programme successfully, will enhance professional skills that are in demand from employers. These include: 
Communication skills (written, presentation and voice) 
Technical competencies 
Critically and strategic thinking 
Independent and self-directed management 
Problem solving 
 
Graduates of the MSc Cyber Security programme will: 
Improve their personal levels of confidence regarding cyber security.   
Assemble a technical portfolio that can be used to ‘evidence’ their current and future achievements.  
Understand how to identify relevant and appropriate job opportunities.  
Develop authentic ‘narratives’ that can be used during interviews and networking. 

The MSc CyberSecurity is designed for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, career changers aiming to enter the thriving cyber security industry, and IT professionals looking to specialise in security. It’s also ideal for those passionate about tackling global digital security challenges in the modern world.

Programme Fee

Intakes: May, October

Price: €13,920 (International and EU)

The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement.

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Programme Structure

The MSc Cyber Security blends lectures, workshops, and practical sessions with independent study, projects, and assessments.

  • Computer and Operating Systems
  • Networking and Security Practice
  • Cyber Risk Management
  • Digital Forensics
  • Security Testing
  • Cyber Security Automation
  • MSc Project

  • Systems and Network Security
  • Cyber Security and AI Operations
  • Digital Forensics and Incident Response 
  • IoT and Cloud Security
  • Capstone Project

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Hamburg

  • Delivery: On campus 
  • Duration: 18 months
  • Intakes: May, October 
  • Campus: Hamburg, Germany
  • Degree awarded by University of Roehampton London
  • Price: €13,920
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The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement

Edge Student Hub

Finding the perfect place to live while you study is crucial. BSBI has partnered with Edge Student Hub, to provide an accommodation package that ensures you have a comfortable from day one in Germany. Located just 45 minutes from central Berlin, the accommodation provides convenience and ease. Shared rooms start at €599 per month, with single rooms and shared apartments also available. Secure your ideal living arrangement and focus on your studies without any worries.

Bring a Friend and save €500!

If you have a friend who is also planning to study in Berlin, let your Accommodation Advisor know. You can receive a €500 discount on your final month’s rent for a Shared Room*. Please note that your friend must be enrolled at Gisma, BSBI, UE Germany, or Arden Berlin to qualify for this offer.

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Aims:  

The MSc CyberSecurity course aims to cultivate creative and confident cyber graduates who: 

  • Are willing and active problem solvers. 
  • are knowledgeable about their preferred specialism(s). 
  • are technically skilled in preferred specialism(s). 
  • are as prepared for elected career pathways as possible, upon graduation. 

Programme Learning Outcomes: 

  1. Applies a systematic understanding of knowledge and specialist theoretical and methodological approaches, suggesting and incorporating interrelationships with other relevant disciplines in abstract and unpredictably complex contexts. (Application of knowledge and understanding) 
  1. Systematically organises and communicates advanced information, using criteria developed for specialist audiences in unpredictably complex contexts. (Practical skills: Organisation and communication of information) 
  1. Systematically applies an advanced awareness of ethical and professional values and codes of conduct, to personal and strategic decisions, actions, responsibilities, outcomes and dilemmas, whilst working proactively with others to suggest and advocate appropriate solutions in unpredictably complex contexts. (Behaviours and values: Ethical awareness and application) 
  1. Acts autonomously to make strategic decisions and develops appropriate practice guidelines, taking responsibility for outcomes in abstract and unpredictably complex contexts. (Setting: Autonomy and responsibility for actions) 
  1. Selects and adapts appropriate advanced problem-solving strategies, methods and techniques to design systematic investigations that define and critically evaluate problems, using specialist information and data in unpredictable and complex contexts. (Cognitive skills: Problem-solving and enquiry) 
  1. Systematically and critically analyses and evaluates, incomplete and/or contradictory data and evidence, developing effective and advanced methodologies to explain and support conclusions and recommendations in unpredictably complex contexts. (Cognitive skills: Analysis and evaluation) 
  1. Applies and develops advanced interpersonal, team and networking skills to strategically enhance team performance in unpredictably complex contexts and contributes to specialist professional communities. (Practical skills: Interpersonal, team and networking skills) 
  1. Designs and develops advanced specialist projects and/or activities to strategically enhance own and/ or others learning, work or practice within unpredictably complex contexts. (Practical skills: Project and activity design and development skills) 
  1. Systematically synthesises advanced and specialist information and ideas and formulates and develops innovative proposals to address strategic issues or opportunities in and unpredictably complex contexts. (Cognitive skills: Synthesis and creativity) Takes responsibility for leading the systematic and critical evaluation of own and others’ capabilities, performance and development, applying strategic management approaches in unpredictably complex contexts. Behaviours and values: Personal responsibility and leadership. 
  2. Takes responsibility for leading the systematic and critical evaluation of own and others’ capabilities, performance and development, applying strategic management approaches in unpredictably complex contexts. Behaviours and values: Personal responsibility and leadership. 
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Career Progression

There is currently a high demand for graduates who possess strong technical competencies, professional skills, and the ability to solve problems in cybersecurity. Successful graduates from this programme will be able to confidently apply for careers in several cyber security and related areas including: 

  • Cloud Computing  
  • Audit & Assurance  
  • Networking  
  • DevOps  
  • Security Operations  
  • Security Testing  
  • Threat Hunting 

Other non-technical cyber careers.  

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Minimum Age: 21

Academic Qualifications: Students must have equivalent to a 2:2 UK degree in a STEM based subject. 

English Language Requirements: 
Access the Proof of English Guide (Roehampton) here.

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FAQ's

The MSc Cyber Security is an 18-month postgraduate programme that develops expertise in web and mobile security, ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics and governance, risk and compliance. Delivered through hands-on practical activities and workshops in a flexible blended learning environment, students tackle real-world cyber challenges using cutting-edge tools whilst building professional integrity.

The master’s in cyber security is designed for graduates seeking advanced technical competencies in cyber security, IT professionals wanting to specialise in security roles and career changers aiming to enter the high-demand cyber security field. Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree, English language proficiency and demonstration of interest in cyber security careers.

An MCA (Master of Computer Applications) focuses broadly on software development and computer applications, whilst an MSc in Cyber Security specialises in security testing, digital forensics, threat hunting, risk management and compliance. The MSc Cyber Security is specifically designed for careers in cyber security operations, ethical hacking and protecting digital infrastructure.

The cyber security master’s degree takes 18 months to complete on campus in Hamburg, Germany. The programme includes modules covering computer and operating systems, networking and security practice, cyber risk management, digital forensics, security testing, cyber security automation and an MSc project.

The MSc Cyber Security programme costs €13,920 per year for international and EU students studying in Hamburg. BSBI offers special offers and payment options—terms and conditions apply. Contact admissions for current fee information and available financial arrangements. 

Students develop technical competencies in operating systems and networking security, digital forensics and incident response, security testing and vulnerability assessment, cyber risk management and compliance, and security automation and orchestration. Professional skills include strategic thinking, critical analysis, effective communication, ethical problem-solving and team collaboration and leadership.

Whilst the MSc in Cyber Security provides advanced academic and practical training aligned with professional expectations in the cyber security sector, the programme prepares graduates with the technical competencies and professional skills needed for internationally recognised career pathways. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue industry certifications independently after completing their master’s degree in cyber security in Germany.

No. The MSc Cyber Security in Hamburg is delivered in English through partnership with the University of Roehampton London. Students need English language proficiency (typically equivalent to IELTS or similar qualifications) but do not require German language skills to study cyber security, although learning German can enhance the living experience in Germany.

 Cyber security careers offer competitive salaries due to high demand for skilled professionals. Entry-level cyber security master’s graduates in Germany and internationally typically receive strong starting compensation, with significant growth potential in roles like security operations, penetration testing, digital forensics, threat hunting and security architecture. Salaries vary by location, industry sector and specialisation.

The programme welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and develops necessary technical competencies throughout the course. Whilst prior IT or computing experience can be beneficial, the MSc Cyber Security is designed to build expertise in security testing, digital forensics and cyber security automation through hands-on practical activities, preparing graduates for technical and non-technical cyber careers.