Please note: this course is no longer accepting applications for September 2024 entry

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. 

Find out more about the content of this course.

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. 

In order to take advantage of new approaches to learning and teaching, as well as developments in industry to benefit our students we regularly review all of our courses. This course is currently going through this process, and we will update this page to give you full information about what we will be offering once the review process has concluded. These changes will come into effect for all new students from January 2025 entry. Applicants will be notified by our admissions team of any changes.

Key information

Next start date:

September 2024, January 2025, September 2025

Location:

Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus

Duration:

September start: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time January start: 16 months full-time or 32 months part-time

Required subjects:

All subjects considered

Entry requirements:

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject or equivalent

International entry requirements:

If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent. For more information see our full entry requirements.