Which master's specialisation suits a graduate in Computer Science applying to Ireland or UK with 8.25 CGPA?

8.25 out of 10 does not automatically convert to a UK 2:1 at every university, because assessors look at your specific institution, grading scale and final year marks rather than the headline number alone, so the safer strategy is a subject fit that plays to your transcript's strengths.

Why Data Science or AI Edges Out Cybersecurity and Software Engineering

• Maths and programming fit: if you are strong in linear algebra, statistics and Python, AI and Data Science convert your academic strengths directly into in-demand roles.
• Admission bar: Trinity's Computer Science, Data Science MSc and University of Galway's Computer Science, Data Analytics MSc both target strong CS graduates without demanding a 2:1 from every applicant.
• Alternative path: if networks, Linux and security appeal to you more, Galway's Adaptive Cybersecurity MSc and Sheffield's Cybersecurity and AI MSc are close seconds.

Building an Ambitious, Target and Safe Shortlist

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Trinity College Dublin's and Bournemouth University's own admissions pages.

My Advice

In my experience, do not assume your transcript will be read as a flat CGPA-to-percentage conversion everywhere; ask each university's admissions team directly, since Bournemouth's 55% threshold and Trinity's upper-second requirement sit on different scales. If your final-year marks are stronger than your overall CGPA, lead with that in your application rather than burying it.