Entry requirements, universities, tuition, living costs, scholarships, careers and the Graduate visa.
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Yes. Bangladeshi students can apply for one-year UK MSc programmes in cyber security, data science and artificial intelligence with a relevant bachelor’s degree and an accepted English test, usually IELTS 6.0–6.5 (6.5 overall with 6.0 in each band for most AI courses). Tuition runs from about £16,000 to £35,000 a year depending on the course and university. Budget for the £558 visa fee, the £776 health surcharge for each year of visa, and maintenance funds held for 28 consecutive days. Graduates can apply for the Graduate visa from inside the UK: 2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026, and 18 months if you apply from 1 January 2027.
A one-year MSc is one of the fastest ways into a technology career in the UK. This guide compares MSc Cyber Security, MSc Data Science and MSc Artificial Intelligence for Bangladeshi students: entry requirements, universities, real costs, scholarships, careers and the Graduate visa.
| MSc | Typical tuition | English (typical) | Typical background | Common roles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyber Security | £18,000–£32,000 a year | IELTS usually; TOEFL, PTE and others may be accepted | Bachelor’s in IT, computer science or engineering | Cyber security analyst, ethical hacker, network security engineer, SOC analyst |
| Data Science | About £16,000–£22,000 (ten universities listed, 2026 entry estimates) | IELTS 6.0–6.5, no band below 5.5 | Relevant bachelor’s, maths or statistics, basic Python or R | Data scientist, data analyst, machine learning engineer, business analyst |
| Artificial Intelligence | £18,000–£35,000 (most £18,000–£24,000) | IELTS 6.5, at least 6.0 in each band | 4-year bachelor’s with linear algebra, probability and coding | AI engineer, machine learning engineer, data scientist, automation consultant |
Ranges are indicative and change by university and intake. Always confirm on the course page before you apply.
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These ten universities offer cyber security master’s programmes that Bangladeshi students often consider. Use the search box or click a column heading to sort. Always check the current course page for fees, modules and entry requirements.
| University | City | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham City University | Birmingham | England |
| De Montfort University | Leicester | England |
| Glasgow Caledonian University | Glasgow | Scotland |
| Heriot-Watt University | Edinburgh | Scotland |
| London Metropolitan University | London | England |
| London South Bank University | London | England |
| Nottingham Trent University | Nottingham | England |
| Swansea University | Swansea | Wales |
| University of Surrey | Guildford | England |
| University of Portsmouth | Portsmouth | England |
Cities are listed for planning. London living costs are higher than the rest of the UK.
Fees below are estimated annual tuition for 2026 entry for international students. They change often, so confirm on the course page before you apply. Click a heading to sort or type in the box to filter.
| University | City | Estimated annual tuition |
|---|---|---|
| University of Salford | Manchester | £17,500–£20,500 |
| Northumbria University | Newcastle | £19,000–£21,500 |
| Swansea University | Swansea | £20,000–£22,000 |
| University of Hertfordshire | Hatfield | £17,000–£19,500 |
| Keele University | Keele | £18,500–£21,000 |
| Teesside University | Middlesbrough | £16,000–£18,000 |
| University of Greenwich | London | £17,500–£20,000 |
| De Montfort University | Leicester | £17,000–£19,000 |
| University of Portsmouth | Portsmouth | £19,000–£21,000 |
| Staffordshire University | Stoke-on-Trent | £16,500–£18,500 |
Estimates for planning only. Sorting by the fee column orders by the lower figure.
| University | City | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Aston University | Birmingham | England |
| University of Surrey | Guildford | England |
| University of Essex | Colchester | England |
| Northumbria University | Newcastle | England |
| Middlesex University | London | England |
Check each course page for current fees, modules and placement options.
Average tuition for these programmes sits around £18,000 to £32,000 per year. Living costs depend heavily on the city, with London the most expensive.
Most students spend about £1,000 to £1,300 a month on housing, food, transport and utilities. London is the most expensive; northern England and Wales are cheaper. Sharing a flat or living slightly outside the centre can cut costs.
| Monthly cost | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | £400–£1,200 |
| Food | £150–£300 |
| Transport | £50–£150 |
| Utilities and personal | £100–£250 |
| Total outside London | £900–£1,200 |
| Total in London | £1,400–£1,800 |
Some universities let you pay tuition by instalments, so ask about payment plans.
First-year cost and visa funds calculator
Two choices. A planning estimate for a one-year MSc, not an official quote.
Assumes £1,100 a month living costs outside London or £1,600 in London for 12 months, the £558 visa fee, a health surcharge of £1,164 (16-month visa at £776 a year, charged in half-years) and about £1,500 of one-off costs. Visa money assumes no tuition is paid yet and uses the monthly rate that applies on the date you apply. Converted at ৳165 per £1.
The maintenance requirement rises from £1,529 to £1,570 a month (London) and from £1,171 to £1,203 (outside London) for Student visa applications made on or after 30 November 2026. You must also show your course fee still due, holding the money for 28 consecutive days.
Many universities offer merit-based tuition discounts, typically £2,000 to £5,000 for strong grades. Check each university’s international scholarship page and apply early. For 2026–27 the British Council also lists GREAT Scholarships of £10,000 for eligible Bangladeshi students on selected one-year postgraduate courses at participating universities.
All three subjects lead to well-paid UK roles, but your first salary depends on your skills, city and employer. Use these figures as a rough guide.
| MSc | Typical roles | Starting salary | With experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyber Security | Cyber security analyst, SOC analyst, ethical hacker, network or information security engineer | £35,000–£49,000 (1–3 years) | £51,500–£65,000 (4–6 years); senior roles above £100,000 |
| Data Science | Data scientist, data analyst, machine learning engineer, business analyst | £25,000–£30,000 | £40,000–£60,000; lead roles £60,000 and above |
| Artificial Intelligence | AI or machine learning engineer, NLP or computer vision specialist, automation consultant | £33,000–£39,000 | Up to about £81,000 (3–5 years); senior roles can exceed £140,000 |
Indicative figures from Prospects job profiles (2026). Pay is usually highest in London and Manchester, and some employers add bonuses or private healthcare.
Eligible graduates can apply for the Graduate visa to stay and work or look for work. On GOV.UK, applicants who apply on or before 31 December 2026 receive 2 years, and those who apply on or after 1 January 2027 generally receive 18 months. You must apply from inside the UK, before your Student visa expires.
Most UK MSc programmes take one year full time. AI courses are usually one year full time or two years part time.
Cyber security is roughly £18,000–£32,000 a year. For the ten data science universities listed, fees are about £16,000–£22,000. AI is generally £18,000–£35,000, with most courses between £18,000 and £24,000. Fees change, so confirm on the course page.
A relevant degree such as IT, computer science or engineering is usually expected, though requirements vary by university. AI courses often look for coursework in linear algebra, probability and coding; data science courses favour maths or statistics and basic Python or R.
Roughly 3.0 to 3.5 out of 4.0 for many courses, with some accepting about 2.75.
Data science usually asks for 6.0 to 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5. AI usually asks for 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band. Cyber security courses usually accept IELTS, and TOEFL, PTE and other tests may also be accepted. Confirm on each course page.
Yes. Many universities offer merit scholarships of about £2,000 to £5,000, and some give an early-payment discount of around £1,000. Chevening, Commonwealth and GREAT Scholarships are competitive and worth applying for early.
You pay a deposit to receive your CAS. Some universities also offer instalment plans for the remaining tuition.
Employers value UK degrees, there is a reported shortage of data skills and AI is described as one of the fastest-growing UK sectors, but individual outcomes depend on your skills and experience.
Eligible graduates can apply for the Graduate visa. Applications made on or before 31 December 2026 generally receive 2 years and those made on or after 1 January 2027 generally receive 18 months. You must apply from inside the UK before your Student visa expires.
Sources checked on 27 October 2026: GOV.UK (Student visa, money you need, Graduate visa), Statement of Changes HC 584, the British Council GREAT Scholarships page and Prospects job profiles for salaries. University lists, tuition and living-cost ranges and scholarship amounts are indicative estimates, not offers or guarantees. Verify details on each university website before applying.
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