Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Master of Science in Cyber Security (MSCS)
50, Singapore
MSc
DURATION
12 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jun 2026
TUITION FEES
SGD 63,220
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity (MSCS) at NTU is a coursework-based graduate degree jointly offered by the College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) and the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS). The programme equips professionals with the expertise to evaluate, protect, and manage information systems and digital infrastructures, ensuring the security of data and transactions in businesses, government, and society.
Building on foundations in computer science and information technology, the curriculum emphasises mastery of professional cybersecurity skills, from cryptography and network security to application security and threat detection. Students benefit from hands-on course projects and may also undertake an industrial attachment, ensuring practical exposure to real-world challenges.
The programme culminates in a two-semester Capstone Project, which can be completed through an internship or applied cybersecurity project, allowing students to integrate technical knowledge with industry experience. Graduates emerge ready to take on advanced roles as cybersecurity professionals, analysts, and leaders in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
Top 5 Careers in Cybersecurity
- Security Consultant
- Information Security Analyst
- Security Architect
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Security Engineer
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.
Programme Content
Core Courses
- Computer Security
- Application Security
- Cryptography
- Security & Risks Management
Elective Courses
- Capstone Project
- Network Security
- Cyber Physical Systems Security
- Software Security
- Security Monitoring & Threat Detection
- Malware
- Forensics
- Topics in Crypto and Cybersecurity
- Blockchains and Cryptocurrency
- Privacy Preserving Technologies & Security in AI
- Mobile, Cloud, Zero Trust