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Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity

cct-college-dublin · Dublin, Ireland · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

60 ECTS, full time

Tuition / year

€8,900 (≈ ₹9.4 lakh)

Intakes

September; February (next start February 2027)

Course overview

Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at cct-college-dublin in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 60 ECTS, full time, with intakes in September; February (next start February 2027).

cct-college-dublin is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universitycct-college-dublin (Private)
LocationDublin, Ireland
CourseHigher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaComputer Science & IT
Duration60 ECTS, full time
Tuition per year€8,900 (≈ ₹9.4 lakh)
IntakesSeptember; February (next start February 2027)
English requirementIELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €8,900 a year, about ₹9.4 lakh.

Non-EU offshore fee for Higher Diploma in Science programmes on CCT's course fees page; academic year not stated

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn EURApprox. in rupees
Irish Residence Permit (IRP) cardCCT international student page€300per registration or renewal≈ ₹31,800

Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at cct-college-dublin for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Master's courses ask for a Level 8 (honours bachelor's) degree in a related subject. The computing and cyber security MSc courses also need strong programming skills.
  • A degree in an unrelated subject can be accepted with relevant work experience (at least 5 years for the MSc in Computing and MSc in Cybersecurity, 3 years for the MA in International Business).
  • Higher Diplomas accept a Level 7 (ordinary) degree in a related subject or a Level 8 degree in another subject, so they suit graduates of three-year Indian degrees who want to switch into computing or data.
  • CCT runs its own English test and an admissions interview before the course starts.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.5 for Level 9 (master's); 6.0 for Level 6 to 8 courses
Duolingo English Test120 for Level 9; 105 for Level 6 to 8
TOEFL iBT81 for Level 9; 68 for Level 6 to 8
Other testsPTE and Cambridge are accepted on some course pages if they meet CEFR B2+; scores must be no older than two years at the course start.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September; February (next start February 2027).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Ireland

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Passport information page
  • Attested degree certificate and transcripts
  • English test result (no older than two years at the course start)
  • CV

About cct-college-dublin

CCT College Dublin was established in 2005 as the College of Computing Technology, a specialist computing school. It later added a Faculty of Business and kept the CCT name. Its programmes are validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), and it is one of the first higher education providers designated under Ireland's TrustEd Ireland quality mark.

CCT is a small, focused college that teaches computing, IT, data analytics, cyber security and business. Its master's courses carry 90 ECTS (60 taught credits plus a 30-credit applied project), and full-time students usually attend about three days a week.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity at cct-college-dublin?

The tuition for international students is €8,900 a year (about ₹9.4 lakh). Non-EU offshore fee for Higher Diploma in Science programmes on CCT's course fees page; academic year not stated. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity?

The course takes 60 ECTS, full time.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September; February (next start February 2027). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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