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MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations at Middlesex University London is designed for students and professionals seeking a specialist role in community or support services, the police force, child protection, offe…

Tuition
£11,100/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations at Middlesex University London is designed for students and professionals seeking a specialist role in community or support services, the police force, child protection, offender services, or corporate environments. As smart, connected devices become the norm, the need for skilled professionals to tackle cybercrime grows. This programme provides an in-depth understanding of the criminological, legal, and research contexts of cybercrime, alongside practical computing skills to address online threats. Students can study full-time over one year or part-time over two years. The curriculum includes core modules and optional specialist modules, culminating in a dissertation or a work-based project. With teaching from leading experts in online safety, the course offers a dynamic learning experience that bridges theory and practice. Whether you are looking to progress in your current career or enter a new field, this master's degree equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to respond to the evolving challenges of digital crime and security.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in social sciences.

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Cybercrime and Society30 Credits Credits
Research Strategies in Social Sciences15 Credits Credits
Financial Crime Risks from Emerging Technologies15 Credits Credits
Cyber Safety, Security and Practice15 Credits Credits
Crypto-Assets and Digital Investigations30 Credits Credits
Text Mining and Analysis15 Credits Credits
Terrorism and Violent Extremism15 Credits Credits
Policing and Investigate Psychology15 Credits Credits
AI, Ethics, and Digital Society15 Credits Credits
Drugs and Crime15 Credits Credits
Short Term Placement15 Credits Credits
Dissertation60 Credits Credits
Work Based Project60 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

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Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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