London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Information Security in Egham United Kingdom | Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London
|
Egham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,400
(c. USD31,222.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Information Security Group (ISG) stands as a globally renowned interdisciplinary research collective focused on advancing knowledge and education in cybersecurity.
With over fifteen full-time faculty members spanning computer science, mathematics, and social sciences, plus visiting scholars and research staff, the ISG ranks among the largest academic cybersecurity teams worldwide.
Our institution houses an EPSRC-funded Centre for Doctoral Training in Cyber Security for the Everyday, offering an intensive four-year PhD program combining coursework with advanced research.
Having mentored more than 200 doctoral graduates who now hold key positions in cybersecurity, the ISG was established in 1990 to bridge academia, government, and industry in information security. Today, we continue to draw top global talent in cybersecurity, contributing to national strategy development and cultivating future industry leaders.
Royal Holloway holds the prestigious UK Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACE-CSR) designation. Our comprehensive scope, substantial size, proven academic excellence, and strong industry partnerships make the ISG unparalleled in the UK. An EPSRC review of mathematical sciences confirmed our global leadership, specifically noting Royal Holloway's preeminence in information security.
We occasionally enhance our programs to better serve students. Should any major modifications affect your chosen course, we will promptly notify you.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for an MPhil or an MPhil leading to a PhD degree is the equivalent of a UK Second Class Honours degree in an appropriate subject, although in many cases a Masters level qualification will also be expected. Candidates must also be demonstrably proficient in English.
English language requirements
All teaching at Royal Holloway is in English. You will therefore need to have good enough written and spoken English to cope with your studies right from the start.
The scores we require
IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
Pearson Test of English: 61 overall. Writing 69. No other subscore lower than 51.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.
TOEFL ib: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
English language requirements
All teaching at Royal Holloway is in English. You will therefore need to have good enough written and spoken English to cope with your studies right from the start.
The scores we require
IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
Pearson Test of English: 61 overall. Writing 69. No other subscore lower than 51.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.
TOEFL ib: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
Tuition
GBP
23,400