Bournemouth University
Internet of Things with Cyber Security MSc
Bournemouth University

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Internet of Things with Cyber Security MSc and other courses in Anthropology at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Anthropology.

Overall student satisfaction
77 /100
25 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in CAH15

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Anthropology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £26000 £19500 £24000
25-75 percentile range £23000 - £30000 £16500 - £23000 £19000 - £27500


Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH15

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23516 £21086 £25186
25-75 percentile range £20611 - £27195 £15914 - £26736 £19208 - £32667

Course Description

We live in a world of billions of connected things. Evermore connecting devices in this huge industry need skilled professionals to manage security challenges threatening smart homes, personal devices, connected vehicles, and more.

Why study MSc Internet of Things with Cyber Security at BU?

  • Learn how to design and build the next generation of smart devices and networked systems
  • Learn what the cyber security risks are and how to design and built safe and trustworthy IoT systems, combining strong theoretical foundations with hands-on experience of designing and developing them
  • Be part of our IoT Lab and engage with the research activities of our Department
  • Choose option units in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Security by Design, Human Factors, and SIEM, and explore an area of interest through research as part of your individual Master's Project
  • Use the opportunity of international placements and our career support to enhance your employability and work in a global environment
  • Benefit from our close relationships with companies, research and government agencies that are interested in recruiting skilled graduates in the area of the Internet of Things.

Career opportunities

IoT will change the way we think about life and work. Global industries such as manufacturing, transportation, logistics, defence, agriculture, infrastructure, retail, healthcare and food services, are already investing heavily in developing their own IoT infrastructures. Work in an area of growth within the fast-developing Internet of Things with employment opportunities constantly evolving.

Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), working in partnership with University Archaeology UK (UAUK), recognises academic programmes which provide students with appropriate workplace skills relevant to both a career in the historic environment and CIfA membership at Practitioner grade.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Internet of Things with Cyber Security MSc at Bournemouth University

20% Finance Professionals
20% Administrative occupations
15% Elementary occupations
15% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Sales occupations
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Information Technology Professionals
5% Customer service occupations

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 7.0
    • Bachelors
    • 7.0
    • Masters
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Internet of Things with Cyber Security, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject or equivalent. English language requirements for this course are normally IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Costs

Tuition Fees Internet of Things with Cyber Security MSc

England UK £10000 year 1
Northern Ireland £10000 year 1
Scotland £10000 year 1
Wales £10000 year 1
Channel Islands £10000 year 1
Ireland £10000 year 1
EU £17500 year 1
International £17500 year 1

Additional fee information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.

Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

University Rankings

Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Bournemouth University in related subject specific rankings.

Computer Science

    • #50 
    • #801 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

See all 26 university rankings of Bournemouth University

About Bournemouth University

Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.

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Student composition of Bournemouth University

undergraduates:
12520
postgraduates:
2740
Total:
15260
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Where is this programme taught

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