MSc Mathematics of Cybersecurity

at University of Bristol

Year 1 

Unit name
 

• Anomaly Detection
• Complex Networks 4
• Cybersecurity Project Preparation
• Cybersecurity Project
• Data Science Toolbox
• Introduction to Mathematical Cybersecurity
   

Select 40cp units from the following list, with:

No more than one unit from each group

No more than 30 credit points at level 6

Group 5

• Stochastic Optimisation
   

Group 7

• Information Theory 3
• Quantum Information Theory
   

Group 13

• Number Theory
• Algebraic Number Theory 4
   

Group 15

• Quantum Computation
• Bayesian Modelling
   

Group 17

• Multivariate Analysis 34
• Topics in Discrete Mathematics 34
• External units
• Cryptology

To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).
 

• We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution.
• The majority of our master’s programmes require a first class degree (60% or higher) from a recognised Indian university, with specific grades depending on the institution. Competitive programmes may require first class with distinction. If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, 
• We are aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first class. For this reason, a number of our departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for research study at Bristol should have a first class pass in their Indian bachelor’s degree and some research experience. It may also be advantageous to have completed a master’s degree with research elements.
   

An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in mathematics or statistics. Applicants need to be able to demonstrate strong skills in probability and statistics, equivalent to the University of Bristol School of Mathematics Probability 2 and Statistics 2 units. Applicants would also benefit from having a basic understanding of one or more programming languages (eg R, Python or C). Professional experience may be taken into consideration alongside qualifications.
 

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level:

Admissions statement

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

UK: full-time £12,300

Overseas: full-time £25,200

The MSc in Mathematics of Cybersecurity provides a wide range of exciting career opportunities for mathematics graduates. Cybersecurity expertise is required by a wide variety of government and business sectors, including retail, airlines, telecommunications, defence, utilities, manufacturing, software and financial companies.  

Our first cohort of students have secured jobs in data science, software programming, as a graduate developer, and as a research assistant.