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Cyber Security

The University of Waikato
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition EUR 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Cyber Security at The University of Waikato is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Cyber Security programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Hamilton, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Cyber Security programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Cyber Security (15 points)
  2. Cloud Computing Technologies and Security (15 points)
  3. Dissertation*** (60 points)
  4. Legal Aspects of Cyber Security (30 points)
  5. Topics in Operating Systems
  6. Topics in Computer Networks
  7. Carrier and ISP Networks

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

For admission into the MCS, students will need to have completed a relevant bachelor\'s degree or postgraduate diploma, normally in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. They will need an average of at least B+ in their 300 level or higher Computer Science papers.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact The University of Waikato directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About The University of Waikato

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months