MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity)
About this course
MEng in Computing Science (Cybersecurity), a five-year integrated master's degree focusing on software development, computer systems, and advanced cybersecurity principles. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students may also undertake an optional year abroad as part of their studies. The first year covers foundational concepts through Programming 1, Modelling and Problem Solving for Computing, Web Development, Object - Oriented Programming, and Algebra, alongside optional modules in mathematics. The second year builds competence with Software Programming, Databases and Data Management, Human - Computer Interaction, and Algorithms and Data Structures. Year three introduces core subjects including Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, Principles of Software Engineering, Distributed Systems and Security, and Software Engineering and Professional Practice. Year four advances into specialized study with Research Methods, Security, and the Single Honours Computing Project, alongside optional topics such as Natural Language Processing and Robotics. The final fifth year concludes with advanced postgraduate study in Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Security in Emerging Networks, Enterprise Security Architecture, Security Analytics with Artificial Intelligence, and the Informatics Project.
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Entry requirements
SQA Highers Standard: Applicants that present with ABBB will usually receive an unconditional offer. Highers in Mathematics and one Science subject are required. Where we have more applicants than places we may need to ask for more than the minimum so continued engagement in school is recommended. Foundation Apprenticeship: One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects. Note: We do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject, but we do consider that a B grade at Advanced Higher is equivalent to an A grade at Higher. National 5 at C or above in English and Mathematics and one Science are required. A LEVELS Three A Levels at BBB. A Levels at BB to include Mathematics and one Science subject. GCSE at C/4 or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and one Science subject are required. IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE Five subjects at Higher, with two at H2 and three at H3. H2 in Mathematics and one Science subject required. O4 in English, Mathematics and one Science subject are also required. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 34 points with 6, 6, 5 at HL. 6 points at HL in Mathematics and one Science subject required. SL or HL in English is also required.
What students say
Based on about 47 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 63%
- Learning opportunities: 63%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 74%
- Organisation and management: 60%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 94%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 40%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Research and Development (RandD) and Other Research Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North East: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- London: 25%
- South East: 10%
- Scotland: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 67%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- A degree: 3%
- Other HE qualification: 28%
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Programming 1
- Modelling and Problem Solving for Computing
- Web Development
- Object - Oriented Programming
- Algebra
- Combinatorics
- Set Theory
- Software Programming
- Databases and Data Management
- Human - Computer Interaction
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Web Development
- Artificial Intelligence
- Operating Systems
- Principles of Software Engineering
- Distributed Systems and Security
- Enterprise Computing and Business
- Software Engineering and Professional Practice
- Research Methods
- Security
- Single Honours Computing Project
- Natural Language Processing
- Robotics
- Languages and Computability
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Security in Emerging Networks
- Enterprise Security Architecture
- Security Analytics with Artificial Intelligence
- Informatics Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £40,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £79,000. The £40,000 median after five years is £4,000 more than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen?
63% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is A at A level. The average entrant had 165 UCAS points.
Does MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MEng Computing Science (Cybersecurity) at University of Aberdeen?
94% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.