MSc Cyber Law and Ethics

Abertay University

Programme Overview:

This new Master's degree develops an advanced understanding of cyber law, policy and ethics with a clear focus on how governance works in disruptive digital environments.

Throughout the programme, you'll explore real-world challenges around rights, responsibility, accountability and public interest.

Ethics is built into everything you do, so you can approach complex digital issues with confidence and critical awareness.

Why choose this programme?

The MSc Cyber Law and Ethics is designed to reflect what the sector actually needs. It's aligned with recognised frameworks like CyBOK and the ENISA European Cybersecurity Skills Framework, ensuring your learning remains relevant to emerging trends.

You'll explore cyber issues from multiple angles - legal, ethical, policy and technical - helping you build a well-rounded perspective. You'll also take part in leadership and decision-making learning, where you'll develop the judgement and confidence to deal with uncertainty in real-world situations.

How the programme works:

You’ll study a series of inter-connected modules that build your knowledge step-by-step, from core foundations through to independent research. The course uses a block teaching structure so you can focus on one area at a time. Along the way, you’ll cover topics like cyber law and ethics, digital rights, cybercrime and international cyber conflict, before completing a dissertation or project.

A leadership module runs either at the start or end of your studies, giving you the chance to connect everything you’ve learned and see how it fits together. This is with a view to take the lead in cyber law, ethics and policy decisions in organisations. Teaching is shaped around real scenarios and current issues, so what you’re learning always feels relevant.