Royal Holloway - University of London

Postgraduate

MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Information Security

Is this course for me?

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.

Course summary

	You study	Study period	Cost (2010 - 2011)
MSc	6 modules + project	2-4 years	£13,687
Postgraduate Diploma	6 modules	1-4 years	£10,579
Short courses	Single modules are ideal if you're keen to update your professional knowledge and enhance your career. In 2010-11 the fee per module is £1,769

Prestige

The programme has been developed by academics within the Information Security Group (ISG) 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.

Your time commitment

This courses are offered online, enabling you to fit your studies around work and family commitments. To complete in the minimum study period you will need to study 20 hours per week during the academic session (September-April).

Excellent support

Fully supported by a Virtual Learning Environment, you will take part in online tutor-supported seminars and discussions; a virtual student cafe allows you to interact and network with other students.

Summary of key dates

Application deadline			31 May
Registration deadline			31 July
Course starts			September
Examinations take place			May

*Induction Module

Students are strongly advised to look at the induction module (external link; new window) for further details about learning materials and online support. If you have any questions regarding the induction module please email: information security support (Note: this is for queries regarding the induction module only).