Cybersecurity

Take the next step in your career and become a Master of Science in Cybersecurity



This Level 9 MSc in Cybersecurity aims to equip students with the necessary skills to pursue an interesting career in this specialist area.



The programme contains eight taught modules and a final Dissertation / Dissertation by Practice. Four modules are taught per semester and then you’ll complete a project over a period of twelve weeks. The overall programme is one calendar year long.

Core Modules

Research Methods

Cryptography

Managing Information Security

Computing Forensics

Advanced Networks and Cybersecurity

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Secure Software Programming

Malware Analysis



Award Stage

Dissertation

Candidates applying for this course should have a 2.2 Level 8 Honours degree or above in Computing Science, or a 2.2 Higher Diploma in Computing or related discipline or international equivalent and/or relevant work experience.



English Language

Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.

How to Apply

To apply for the MSc in Cybersecurity please apply below.



A member of our admissions team will then be in contact with you to request to following documents:



A copy of your undergraduate degree transcripts

A copy of your passport or driving licence

1 year full-time.



Please Note: The duration for full-time students who commence the programme in Semester 2 will be 1.5 years

Intake Dates

Limerick - Full-Time - February 2026

Limerick - Full-Time - September 2026

Limerick - Full-Time - February 2027

Academic Progression

On completion of the Level 9 MSc in Cybersecurity, students may progress onto a range of Level 10 Doctoral programmes on the National Qualifications Framework. The Postgraduate QQI validation means that your qualification is recognised not only in Ireland and Europe but throughout the world.



Career Progression

Through the MSc in Cybersecurity, you will have gained valuable professional experience, specialised in a key emerging field and developed many technical skills. There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including:



Information Security Architect

Information Security Risk Lead

Cyber Security Manager

Computing Consultant

Business Intelligence Analyst

Information Security Engineering

Microsoft Solutions Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Academic Research

Web Developer