Programme at a Glance
Intake and Application
Overview
Robust and efficient digital infrastructure and systems are central to Singapore’s vision of becoming a Smart Nation. The ongoing digital revolution has transformed many areas of life in this techno-savvy island nation, from the growing popularity of E-Payments and the consolidation of data such as the National Electronic Health Record (NEHR) to the development of the SingPass national digital identity for verified access to services and more.
With the advent of such a range and number of digital innovations, Infocomm Security has a key role to play in Singapore’s Smart Nation aspiration, to safeguard systems, protect data and preserve privacy. As more systems are developed and added to the network of digital ecosystems that are the backbone of the Smart Nation vision, efforts must be made to minimise and neutralise cyber threats.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Computing (Infocomm Security Specialisation), also referred to as MComp InfoSec, aims to train Information Technology (IT) professionals to focus on building and reinforcing the cyber defences of the digital technologies and innovations that drive Singapore’s Smart Nation initiative, regional digitalisation and global technological advancement.
Students in the MComp InfoSec programme will gain the skills and knowledge to evaluate and understand technology and information security risks, as well as the technical know-how to respond to any gaps they may find. The programme curriculum includes topics to do with legal issues in information security, cryptography, biometric authentication and the Internet of Things (IoT).
By integrating a sound understanding of the fundamentals with good awareness of the latest developments in the field, the MComp InfoSec programme will empower its graduates to take their place at the frontlines of cybersecurity, able to design and implement robust systems to safeguard important data, and ready to respond to evolving threats.
Admission to the NUS MComp InfoSec programme is granted on a competitive basis as places in the programme are limited. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:
| Academic | Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours) in Computing, or Bachelor's Degree with Honours in a related discipline, or Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours) in a business-related discipline |
| Skill/Experience | For holders of undergraduate qualifications other than a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Computing, (see above), two years of information technology (IT) industry experience |
| English Language | Applicants whose medium of university instruction is not completely in English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 90 (Internet-based), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 6.0. Note: TOEFL / IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application. |
| Other | International applicants: Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) minimum scores of 320 (Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning) and 3.5 (Analytical Writing), or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) minimum score of 650, or Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) scores for graduates from Indian universities. Candidates may be required to sit for other tests as prescribed by the School. Note: GRE scores are valid for five years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application. |
Candidates may visit the official Educational Testing Service (ETS) website for scheduling of TOEFL/GRE tests.
Note: Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application information and all supporting documents are truthful and correct. NUS reserves the right to verify information provided as part of an application. False or misleading information in an application (including but not limited to test scores, resumes, certificates, transcripts, etc.) is grounds for admission rejection, revocation and/or dismissal from the University.
The NUS MComp programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated below):
| Full-time | 18 months |
| Part-time | 30 months |
Note: International applicants must be accepted into an approved full-time course in Singapore to apply for a Student’s Pass. For more information, refer to the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website.
The NUS MComp InfoSec is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme that offers three pathways to complete the programme:
Coursework Option, which comprises:
Specialisation courses (minimum 24 Units), and
Non-specialisation courses (16 Units).
Note: Of the courses required above, a maximum of two may be Level 4000.
Project Option, which comprises:
Computing project (8 Units),
Specialisation courses (minimum 16 Units), and
Non-specialisation courses (16 Units).
Note: Of the courses required above, a maximum of two may be CS/IS Level 4000.
Dissertation Option, which comprises:
Dissertation (16 Units),
Specialisation courses (minimum 12 Units), and
Non-specialisation courses (12 Units).
Note: Of the courses required above, a maximum of two may be Level 4000.
Note: Most level 5000 courses are conducted in the evenings.
Specialisation Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS4236 | Cryptography Theory and Practice | 4 |
| CS4238 | Computer Security Practice | 4 |
| IFS4101 | Legal Aspects of Information Security | 4 |
| IS4231 | Information Security Management | 4 |
| IS5008 | Technology Risk & Cyber Resilience | 4 |
| IS5151 | Information Security Policy and Management | 4 |
| CS5218 | Principles and Practice of Program Analysis | 4 |
| CS5219 | Automated Software Validation | 4 |
| CS5231 | Systems Security | 4 |
| CS5321 | Network Security | 4 |
| CS5331 | Web Security | 4 |
| CS5332 | Biometric Authentication | 4 |
| CS5439 | Software Security | 4 |
| CS6231 | Advanced Topics in Security and Privacy | 4 |
Note: For more information about the courses listed above (as well as other courses offered in the current academic year), please visit NUSMODS.
To graduate from the NUS MComp InfoSec programme, students must meet the following requirements:
| Programme and/or Specialisation | Read and pass a total of 40 Units. |
| Course and/or Qualification | Refer to the respective Option in the Programme Structure above. |
| Grade Point Average (GPA) | Minimum 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)
Please see also the University’s minimum standards for Continuation and Graduation Requirements. Specific programmes may implement stricter or additional requirements. |
| Other | Not applicable |
The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.
| Tuition | S$56,330.28 (excluding GST) /
Note: The tuition fee stated above is for 40 Units. Students who are required to take more than 40 Units for programme completion are subject to supplementary tuition fees. |
| Application | S$109.00 (including 9% GST) Non-refundable and non-transferable |
| Acceptance | S$5,450.00 (including 9% GST) Payable upon acceptance of offer Non-refundable and non-transferable Will be credited towards tuition fees |
| Miscellaneous Student Fees | As published by Office of the University Registrar
Payable every regular semester |
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
The scholarships and financial assistance schemes presented here are examples of the kinds of funding from the University as well as third-party sponsors that might be available to eligible NUS Master's Degree (Coursework) programme students and applicants.
The information provided is subject to change, and warranties cannot be provided as to its completeness or accuracy. Students and applicants are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research, and refer to the relevant sponsors and/or websites for more detailed and up-to-date information.
NUS Master's by Coursework Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate
NUS Master's Degree by Coursework Tuition Fee Rebate
SG Digital Scholarship (Postgraduate)
Singapore Armed Forces Continuing Education (SAF CE) Master's Sponsorship Programme
SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Tuition Fee Subsidies
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