PhD in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

5%

Wales:

45%

England:

35%

Scotland:

10%

Northern Ireland:

5%

International students:

15%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Amazon

Microsoft

McKinsey

Apple

Facebook

Pinterest

Tesla

Instagram

Meta

Wipro

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$26,700 / year

Overall Cost

$41,700 / year

FAQs

• Are there funding opportunities for this PhD?
  
  Yes, funding is available through university scholarships, EPSRC studentships, industry collaborations, and government-supported schemes. Fully funded positions are occasionally advertised.
• How does the application process work?
  
  Applicants must apply online via Cardiff University’s application system, submitting a CV, academic transcripts, a research proposal or statement of interest, references, and proof of English language ability if required.
• What are the entry requirements?
  
  Applicants should normally hold a first-class or strong upper second-class degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field. A relevant Master’s degree is desirable but not always required.
• What is the duration of the PhD programme?
  
  The full-time PhD normally takes three to four years, while the part-time option can take up to six to eight years.
• What is the focus of the PhD in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity at Cardiff University?
  
  The programme focuses on advanced research in areas such as data privacy, cryptography, secure systems, cyber threat detection, artificial intelligence in security, risk management, and digital forensics.