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Master of Science in Cybersecurity
Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), Singapore
SGD 29212
Annual Tuition Fee
SGD 490
Application Fee
12 months
Duration
6
IELTS
55%
Min GPA
Program Overview
This programme aims to produce graduates with critical understanding of information governance and assurance, combined with technology risk management practices. Students will learn how to explore the threat landscape and develop countermeasures for cybersecurity attacks. Students also study security for the Internet of Things (IoT) and the security concepts and technologies used in mobile devices.
The overall aims of the programmes are to:
- Develop student's knowledge of the complex body of knowledge related to the cybersecurity discipline and develop their intellectual ability for abstract analysis and synthesis at the level for postgraduate research.
- Produce graduates who can make reasoned, critical decisions for selecting or implementing appropriate cybersecurity solutions to solve complex real-world problems.
- Produce graduates with sufficient technical and inter-personal skills to make an immediate contribution to their chosen profession in cybersecurity.
- Enable students to acquire cognitive and critical reflection skills to equip them for a research career within the School's research groups.
- Graduates can expect to be employed in one of the increasing number of sectors needing cybersecurity specialists, such as the defence industry, financial industry, telecommunications, and health sector.
Learning Outcomes
The programme will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills listed below. On successful completion of the programme, the student will be able to:
Personal and Transferable Skills
- Use personal reflection to analyse self and own actions. Make connections between known and unknown areas, to allow for adaptation and change
- Identify, evaluate and maintain capailities and qualities to support effective communication in a range of complex and specialised contexts
- Work effectively with multiple teams as leader or member
- Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of a range of security environments and the ability to operate responsibly within them
- Use judgement to make evidence-based decisions within complex academic and/or professional contexts
- Accept full accountability for the outcome and impact of those decisions.
Additional Information
Program Level Master's Degree
College/University Processing Time 30 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post Study Work Pass (PSWP) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a minimum 2:2 Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
29212
Tuition Fee
(SGD)
SGD 490
Application Fee
(SGD)
Per year
Average Cost of Living
(SGD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
MDIS Merit Scholarship (International)
Objective: The objective of the MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) is to recognise outstanding academic achievements and provide high caliber international students with the opportunity to develop their full potential. The scholarships are awarded to qualified students on the basis of academic merit, leadership potential, special talents or other personal characteristic in students.
MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) Award
- MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) for Master’s Degree valued at S$3,800 each for foreigners.
- MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) for Bachelor’s Degree valued at S$3,000 each for foreigners.
- MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) for Pre-Degree programme valued at S$500 each for foreigners.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants:
- Must apply for admission to MDIS before MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) application can be reviewed.
- Have demonstrated record of academic achievement.
- Have strong leadership qualities and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- For company-sponsorships, MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) applicants can apply on condition that the company sponsors the remaining programme fees.
Terms and Conditions
- The MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) application is open throughout the year, but applicants are required to submit their applications at least one month before the commencement of their course.
- This MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) scheme is NOT APPLICABLE for MDIS Staff and Progression Students.
- This MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) scheme is ONLY APPLICABLE for NEW Applicants for MDIS Master's and Bachelor's Degree programmes.
- MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) will be used to offset the course fees and it will be deducted from the last instalment.
- MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) recipients are not bonded by MDIS.
- Shortlisted MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) applicants will be required to go through an interview before being awarded the MDIS Merit Scholarship (International).
- The MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) award does not cover the following: non-tuition fees (i.e. membership entrance and annual subscription, MDIS experience seminars, medical insurance, and fee protection scheme); remodule fees; trip expenses (if applicable) and other miscellaneous fees or expenses.
- Successful MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) applicants will not be entitled for any other grants, rebates or scholarships from MDIS.
- Successful MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) applicants must attend the annual MDIS Scholarship and Bursary Awards ceremony.
Forms: MDIS Merit Scholarship (International) Application Form – Please submit supporting documents together with the Application Form
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