Cybersecurity Risk Management

The MSc in Cybersecurity Risk Management at University of Galway is designed for individuals who aspire to lead in the strategic and governance aspects of cybersecurity. It suits those with a keen interest in digital risk, resilience, and policy—whether you're a recent graduate in a related discipline or a professional seeking to pivot into cybersecurity from business, law, IT or other area.



This programme is ideal for:



Graduates from computing, business, law, or engineering backgrounds looking to specialise in cybersecurity strategy.

Mid-career professionals aiming to transition into cyber risk, compliance, or consultancy roles.

Individuals with strong analytical and communication skills who wish to influence decision-making at senior levels.



You don’t need to be a coder - this course is about understanding threats, managing risk, and shaping organisational responses.

Year 1 (90 Credits)

Optional MS806: Business Applications Programming - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional MS805: Database Systems - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional LW383: Information Technology Law - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional MG557: Strategic Management - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional MS804: Systems Development & Project Management - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required MS5107: Business Modelling and Analytics - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required MS5125: Cybersecurity Risk Management - 10 Credits - Semester 1

Required MS807: Information Systems Management - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required MS5127: Major Cybersecurity Project - 30 Credits - Semester 1

Optional MS5114: Advanced Programming for Business Analytics - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional MS803: Business Data Communications - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional MS5129: Storytelling through Data Visualisation - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required MS5134: Cybersecurity Risk Management 2 - 10 Credits - Semester 2

Required MS5130: Applied Analytics in Business and Society - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required MS5126: Philosophy of Information and Information Ethics - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required MS5118: Cloud Computing - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Full-time (1 year)

Next start date: September 2026

Graduates of the MSc in Cybersecurity Risk Management at University of Galway are well-positioned to enter a rapidly expanding field with diverse career pathways across sectors. The programme equips students with strategic, analytical, and technical capabilities that are highly sought after in today’s digital economy.



Career Opportunities



Sectors & Industries in Demand

Financial services

Technology & software

Public sector & government

Healthcare, energy, and critical infrastructure

Consultancy firms