Can I start a cybersecurity master’s in Ireland in January 2027?

Yes. 3 matching programs are open for January or February 2027 on our partner list, at DBS, Griffith and NCI. The degree and stay-back are the same as for September. Popular courses close once full, so apply early. Your AdmitVerse counsellor will confirm the current timeline for each course.

Do I need IT experience for a cybersecurity master’s in Ireland?

Not always, but it helps. Most programmes expect a computing, IT or engineering degree with networking or programming basics, and some accept relevant work experience. After the course, employers often value certifications alongside the degree, so plan one during or after your year in Ireland.

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Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland for Indian Students: Colleges, Fees and Jobs (2027)

Updated on 30 September 2026Written by Amit SouravReviewed by Ashmita Agarwal

Applications for January 2027 are open. Popular courses can close once full, so apply early. Your AdmitVerse counsellor will confirm the current timeline for your course.

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How much does a cybersecurity master’s in Ireland cost, and where can I study it?

Master’s in Cybersecurity programmes on our partner list cost €15,575 to €17,000 (about ₹17.1 lakh to ₹18.7 lakh) at 3 institutions: DBS, Griffith and NCI. A Level 9 master’s gives up to 24 months of Stamp 1G stay-back. All three on our list are in Dublin, close to finance and tech employers.

Programs on our partner list

Institutions

from €15,575

List fee (≈ ₹17.1 lakh)

24 months

Stamp 1G stay-back

Quick facts

Master’s in Cybersecurity at a glance

Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland: quick facts
Fact	Detail	Source
Award and level	MSc; NFQ Level 9 for master’s	Irish Immigration
Duration	12 months	Partner data
List fee	€15,575–€17,000 (≈ ₹17.1 lakh to ₹18.7 lakh)	Partner data
Stamp 1G stay-back	Up to 24 months	Irish Immigration
Critical Skills relevance	High (guide F2); check your exact role on the official list	DETE list
Programs on our list	3 at 3 institutions	Partner data

Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland: quick factsLast checked 30 September 2026Source: Irish Immigration: Third Level Graduate Programme

Salary ranges are not shown: we publish them only when cited from a named 2026 salary guide.

Where to study

Top universities and colleges for Master’s in Cybersecurity

Every matching program on our partner list, cheapest first. A scholarship shows only as a possible net fee, if eligible.

Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland: programs, fees and stay-back
Program	Institution	Level · stay-back	List fee	Possible net fee, if eligible	Intakes
MSc Cybersecurity	Dublin Business School	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€15,575 (≈ ₹17.1 lakh)	None verified	September, January, April
MSc Cybersecurity	Griffith College Dublin	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€16,000 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh)	None verified	September, February
MSc Cyber Security	National College of Ireland	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€17,000 (≈ ₹18.7 lakh)	from €12,000	September, January

Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland: programs, fees and stay-backLast checked 30 September 2026Source: AdmitVerse partner course data. Confirm on the official course page

Starting in January 2027?

3 programs are open for January or February

NCI

MSc Cyber Security

National College of Ireland

MSc Cybersecurity

Dublin Business School

MSc Cybersecurity

Griffith College Dublin

₹ figures use €1 = ₹110 (September 2026 mid-market rate). Your bank’s rate on the day you pay will differ. Fees are as quoted for the January 2027 intake. Confirm on the official course page before paying.

Why Ireland

Why study Master’s in Cybersecurity in Ireland

Cybersecurity

Master’s in Cybersecurity

A field with strong hiring in Ireland.

Security roles are needed across finance, tech and government.

Programmes at three Dublin colleges on our list.

A practical, skills-led field where certifications add weight.

Job-market reality check

Strong demand, with real competition

Security teams hire, but many roles ask for experience or certifications; pair the master’s with a recognised certification to stand out.

Critical Skills permit and salary floors

Eligibility

Who can apply

A computing, IT or engineering degree

Networking or programming basics

An English test or accepted alternative

Entry rules differ by course: confirm on the official course page

FAQ

Master’s in Cybersecurity: FAQs

What Indian students ask us most about this topic.

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On our partner list, €15,575 to €17,000, about ₹17.1 lakh to ₹18.7 lakh. The cheapest is DBS’s MSc Cybersecurity. Add living costs of €1,150–€1,850 a month in Dublin (AdmitVerse estimate, Sept 2026). Confirm each fee on the official course page. You must also have paid at least €6,000 of tuition before you file the visa.

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