Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Data privacy and cybersecurity)
STEM Course
3 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
£28,974/Yr
£28,974 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Data privacy and cybersecurity at Cardiff University is a 3 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is also offered on a part-time basis for a duration of 5 years.
- The start date of the program is January, April, July, and October.
- The program covers a number of evolving, state-of-the-art topics and a longstanding, strong, and dynamic research culture.
- It focuses on the fusion of data science and artificial intelligence which includes cyber risk, threat intelligence, attack detection, and situational awareness.
- Each year students attend training events that develop their skills by presenting posters and talks on their own project.
- The teaching process is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, and laboratory classes.
- The department provides a range of PhD opportunities as well as industry-focused undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data science, and analytics.
- Cardiff University's Centre for Cyber Security Research (CCSR) is a leading UK academic research unit for cybersecurity analytics.
- It is recognised by the UK National Cyber Security Centre in partnership with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research.
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Important Dates
University allocates places on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are recommended to apply as early as possible.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | £28974 (GBP 28974) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing | £12260 (GBP 12260) |
Food | £3199 (GBP 3199) |
Books and Supplies | £855 (GBP 855) |
Total Cost | £16314 (GBP 16314) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants should have a 2:1 Honours undergraduate degree or a master's degree, in computing or a related subject from a recognized university.
- Applicants with appropriate professional experience are also considered. Degree-level mathematics (or equivalent) is required for research in some project areas.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students will need successful completion of a relevant bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, with grades of approximately 55%-60% to qualify for the postgraduate courses.
- Students will also require the successful completion of a relevant master's program from a recognized institution.
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities for the students are:
- Information Security Analyst
- Lead Software Security Engineer
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Penetration Tester
- Information Security Crime Investigator
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Commonwealth Rutherford Fellowship | Scholarship per student£ 3,105/Yr$3,105 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Monica Cole Research Grant | Scholarship per student£ 1,291/Yr$1,291 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based | |
Commonwealth Professional Fellowship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
JN Tata Endowment Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Commonwealth Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
Options Available
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