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Royal Holloway, University of London: Applied Data Science and Cyber Security
| Institution | Royal Holloway, University of London |
|---|---|
| Department | Information Security Group |
| Web | http://www.rhul.ac.uk |
| Admissions.Enquiries@RoyalHolloway.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01784 414944 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Applied Data Science and Cyber Security (MSc) Explore the dynamic field of cyber security through data science. MSc Applied Data Science and Cyber Security equips you with the skills to protect data-driven systems and tackle the increasing complexity of digital threats.
You’ll learn Python and industry-standard packages like scikit-learn. Then apply methods such as clustering, regression, decision trees, and neural networks to detect threats, prevent attacks, and guide risk-based decisions. Specialist modules cover cyber security foundations, privacy-enhancing technologies, and intrusion detection.
Benefit from the UK’s first university Information Security Group where teachers are specialists in their field and our curriculum and research is informed by, and closely linked with, industry. Get access to labs for vehicle security, Internet of Things mapping, and ethical AI. Guest speakers from finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing show how your skills apply across sectors.
Decoding the future
Analyse malware, understand the design of cryptographic protocols and secure systems, and convert raw data into security insights with real-world examples Conduct a team Agile software project, write an individual dissertation, and build a portfolio through research Explore ethical, social, and legal issues in data science and security
Stepping into your career Graduates go on to roles in cyber threat detection, compliance, data privacy and more. Employers include Microsoft, IBM, and Proctor & Gamble.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | UK Bachelors degree or equivalent in a STEM subject. Acceptable STEM subjects include: Accounting, Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Paramedic Science, Pharmacology and Pharmacy, Physics, Psychology, Statistics, Web development Degrees within Business, Management or Information Systems may be considered. Candidates with professional qualifications or relevant professional experience in an associated area will be considered. |
| Location | Main Site Royal Holloway, University Of London Egham Hill Egham TW20 0EX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 14900 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 29300 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29300 GBP for Year 1 |
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