MSc in Cryptography in London United Kingdom | London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,500
(c. USD22,015.13)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our MSc in Cryptography provides a focused study path in information security, grounded in mathematical principles and computer science.

With growing industry demand for cryptography experts, graduates can pursue rewarding careers in fields requiring advanced specialization.

From blockchain applications to online data protection, this program equips you with essential skills for understanding digital security challenges.

Cryptography combines mathematical theory with computational methods to create secure communication protocols that safeguard private information. As digital platforms and online transactions increasingly depend on robust encryption, this course prepares you for careers in developing and implementing security algorithms.

The expertise gained extends to various information security domains, including:

secure digital communications (call and message encryption)
financial systems (payment card security and account safeguards)
web protocols (transaction protection via SSL, SSH)
enterprise security systems ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and authenticity


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

You will be required to have:

a 2.1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in mathematics, computer science, data science, software engineering, computing, ICT, physics or economics. Please note your undergraduate degree must have included at least basic training in maths and computing.
Programming skills with one of the popular languages, such as Java or Python, would also be a great advantage.

Applicants with a 2.2 at undergraduate level may also be considered and will be required to attend an interview.

Academic IELTS
Overall score required: 6.0
Component scores required:
Listening: 5.5
Reading: 5.5
Writing: 5.5
Speaking: 5.5

Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT)
Overall score required: 72
Component scores required:
Listening: 17
Reading: 18
Writing: 17
Speaking: 20

Tuition GBP 16,500

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