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| Application Deadline: | May 31 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 14,997 - | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 48 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The field of Information Security is the study of countermeasures to the threat of information infrastructure failure to ensure the security of electronic information. It embraces a range of technologies such as cryptography, computer security, and fraud detection, and also includes the study of how security can best be managed.
This programme introduces the technical, legal and commercial aspects of Information Security. Students come from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from new graduates through to senior security managers in blue chip enterprises seeking a formal qualification in Information Security.
Prestige
The programme has been developed by academics within the Information Security Group (ISG) [external link] at Royal Holloway, University of London, one of the foremost academic security groups in the world.
The ISG is at the cutting edge of research into the design and evaluation of smart cards, electronic commerce, security management, mobile telecommunications security, and the integration of security techniques into specific applications. The ISG was awarded a Queen's Anniversary Prize in 1998 in recognition of it providing "a unique national resource for the training of information security specialists".
Career progression
Graduates of the programme can be found in many organisations, ranging from large financial institutions to technology and research- oriented organisations, as well as security specialists. The MSc is also a foundation for further postgraduate research.
Contents
The MSc consists of six modules and a project. The Postgraduate Diploma consists of six modules:
Four compulsory core modules
* Security management [690IC01]
* An introduction to cryptography and security mechanisms [690IC02]
* Network security [690IC03]
* Computer security [690IC04]
Two optional modules chosen from:
* Secure electronic commerce and other applications [690OPT5]
* Standards and evaluation criteria [690OPT7]
* Advanced cryptography [690OPT8]
* Database security [690OPT9]
* Information crime [690OP10]
* Smart cards/tokens security and applications [690OP12]
PLUS
* MSc project [6900011]
Notes: The compulsory core modules are available as short courses. Students who have completed the Postgraduate Diploma or MSc may also register for any optional modules offered by the programme.
How you study
Study materials
When you register we will send you:
* a Student Handbook (includes practical advice on how to study, how you access and use the online learning facility, and how you progress through the degree)
* a copy of the Regulations
* a copy of The Sciences Good Study Guide
* Textbooks (for certain modules)
* CD-ROMs.
Virtual Learning Environment
You will be given access to the Virtual Learning Environment when you register. The VLE will allow you to:
* access your course materials
* take part in discussions with your tutor and other students
* receive notices, seminar dates, project support and other programme-related information
* ask questions regarding the administration of the programme
* seek help for technical problems that you encounter.
Time commitment
For individual modules, a reasonable expectation for study and exam preparation would be around 200 hours. For most students a reasonable expectation for completion of the programme in the minimum study period would be to study 20 hours per week during the academic session (September-April).
Assessment
Each module, with the exception of the Project, will be assessed by one two-hour unseen written paper. The Project will be assessed by one two-hour unseen written paper and by submission of a dissertation, weighted in the ratio 20:80.
Students will be required to participate satisfactorily in the online seminar and submit a report on their participation before making a first attempt at the examination for 'Security management'. This report will contribute five percent to the mark given for this module.
Students who make a second attempt at the examination for any module will not be required to participate in the online seminar again but may choose to do so on payment of an additional fee.
Examinations by written paper will take place on one occasion each year, normally in May. The examinations are normally held in the student's country of residence, using the existing system of overseas examinations authorities which the University of London operates for all its external students.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Academic
A second class honours degree or the equivalent, in a relevant discipline, from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London (a relevant discipline includes, but is not restricted to, computer science, electronics, information systems, and mathematics).
Note: applicants without a degree but with appropriate industrial experience will also be considered.
English language
An advanced level of ability to work in English. Applicants may be required to pass, or to have passed within the last five years, at the appropriate level, a test of proficiency in English acceptable to the University.
Minimum PC specification
Hardware requirement:
* Processor: Pentium 266
* Memory (RAM): 64Mb
* Operating System: Microsoft Windows 98 or above
* Free space on hard disk: 1Gb
* Screen resolution: 800x600, 16 bit colour
* CD/DVD-ROM drive: CD-ROM
* Graphics card: 4Mb
* Sound card and speakers
Internet requirement:
* Modem speed: 56kbps
* Connection to ISP and email account
* Browser: Internet Explorer 5
Software requirement:
* Adobe Acrobat Reader (download latest version free from
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* Flash Plug- in: Macromedia Flash Player (download latest version free from
* Real Player: RealOne Player (Basic) (download latest version free from:
* Microsoft Word: Word 97 or above
* Microsoft Excel: Excel 97 or above
Short courses
Students applying for Short courses should satisfy the entrance requirements for the MSc/PG Diploma. However, if you do not hold such qualifications, the University may still consider your application but will require evidence of your ability to undertake advanced study.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
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