PhD Cyber Security
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Cyber security is a fundamental requirement for all users of technology – helping to protect organisations and people from a significant, wide variety and constantly evolving threat. This ever-changing threat landscape requires constant innovation in the technologies that provide protection.
Key highlights
- Doctoral research addressing a constantly evolving cyber threat landscape
- Focus on innovating technologies that protect organisations and people
- Research driven by your own project proposal
Entry requirements
- Master's degree: Merit — Applicants are expected to have completed a masters level qualification to a high standard (e.g. at 'merit' or 'distinction' level) as well as either a good 2:1 or first class honours undergraduate degree in an area of s…
- Degree: 2:1 — to include area; or above
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
£4,000 off tuition fees in year one
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Cyber security researcher
- University lecturer in cyber security
- Security architect
- Penetration tester
- Information security consultant
- Cyber threat intelligence analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department. | International: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. You are responsible for meeting all of the costs related to your own research project, beyond the resources available in the department.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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