Master of Science in Cyber Security (MSCS)

Master (Coursework)

This Masters program is jointly offered by College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) and School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. The MSCS programme is intended to meet these demands by equipping professionals with the necessary expertise and skills. The curriculum builds upon traditional computer science and information technology disciplines, to emphasise the mastery of professional cyber security skills to evaluate, protect and manage infocomm technologies.  The intensive hands-on course components and industry-centric curriculum ensure that students will acquire the skills and knowledge that are sought by employers of cyber security professionals.

 

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Admission Requirements

The following documents are to be submitted online via the Graduate Admission System:  

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For admissions matters and enquiries, please email directly to the following:

MSc Cybersecurity: ccds-mscs@ntu.edu.sg

 

Programme Structure & Duration

Total Graduation Requirement: 30 AUs 

​ Study Type ​​Minimum Candidature  ​Maximum Candidature 
​Part Time Study  ​2 years (4 semesters)  ​4 years (8 semesters) 
​Full Time Study  ​1 year (2 semesters)  ​2.5 years (5 semesters) 

Each course (except Capstone Project) is a 3 AU course with 39 teaching hours over 13 weeks.

Curriculum

View the Course Content  Here

*Note: the curriculum is subject to change.

Career Prospects

Top 5 Careers in Cybersecurity

  • Security Consultant
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Security Architect
  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Security Engineer

Additional Information

The tuition fees for Academic Year 2025/26 and after are as follows: 

Tuition Fees S$63,220
Deposit Fees S$5,000 – This amount will be deducted from the first billing.
Non-refundable & non-transferable
(Payable upon acceptance of offer of admission)
Payment Schedule Full-time students will be billed in 2 semesters while part-time students will be billed in 4 semesters.

*All fees shown are inclusive of 9% prevailing GST.

 Please note the following:

  1. All fees shown are inclusive of the prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  2. The above fees are based on the shortest candidature period. Additional fees will be determined and applied on a case-by-case basis.
  3. There is an application fee of S$50.
  4. A one-time miscellaneous fee will be billed every academic year. Please click here for details.
  5. Tuition fees do not include the cost of recommended textbooks and other course materials. The costs of travel, accommodation and miscellaneous expenses must be borne by the student.
  6. All grants will be distributed evenly across the entire billing period, whether it is 2 semesters for full-time students or 4 semesters for part-time students. (The tuition fee will be paid in two instalments at the beginning of each semester. Study grants and other incentives will also be applied to these two instalments.)
  7. The university currently has no scholarship, government service agreement, or service obligation scheme available for students.
  8. The fees and grants are reviewed annually and subject to revision

 

Financial Assistance

Singaporeans and permanent residents who enrol in self-financed master’s by coursework programmes at NTU will enjoy a $5,000 subsidy, with those in need of financial aid will receive up to $15,000.

All NTU alumni will receive an additional 10 per cent tuition fee rebate. 

SCs and SPRs may enjoy tuition fee subsidies under SkillsFuture Singapore (For enquiry: sfcredit@ntu.edu.sg)

 

Scholarships:

(Singapore Citizens only) The Singapore Digital (SG:D) Scholarship is offered by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA).  Click here for more information about the scholarship.

 

International Students

Please view more information Here.

 

Frequently Asked Question

For more Frequently Asked Question, please click here.

Contact Us

Please contact  ccds-mscs@ntu.edu.sg for more information on MSCS.