Computer Science (Information Security) Royal Holloway University of London

Overview

Here at Royal Holloway University of London we are a highly respected, research-focused department with a friendly approach and award-winning teaching. We offer a summer work placement course and a dedicated personal adviser to guide you through your studies. You will also be welcome to join our thriving Computing Society and study this Computer Science (Information Security) course. We are one of only seven departments in the UK to hold the Athena SWAN bronze award for our commitment to increasing female participation in computer science.

• Both the BSc and the MSci have received provisional certification by GCHQ (full certification will be received when the first cohorts graduate).

• Our Information Security Group (ISG) is a world-leading interdisciplinary research centre, and an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACE-CSR).

• We sponsor the Cyber Security Challenge, a series of national online competitions that test the cyber security abilities of teams from all walks of life.

Career opportunities

Our MSci graduates are highly employable, with a depth of knowledge and practical skills that set them apart from BSc students. Information security specialists are in demand across a wide range of sectors, from private companies to banking, telecommunications, security consultancies, the civil service, public utilities, retail, the military and more. They work in a rapidly developing and expanding field, with lucrative job opportunities. We have particularly strong links with the information security industry and after four years of studying you will be well prepared to take your career to the highest levels.