QS Rank:
851
University of Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire
,United Kingdom
Program Name
PhD in Computer Science - Cybersecurity
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$52,260
Duration
36 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#601
The World University Rankings
#851
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Intake
Winter ( Jan - Mar )
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Spring ( Apr - June )
Intake
Summer ( July - Sept )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
Europe:
10%Africa:
1%Others:
1%Asia:
5%North America:
2%South America:
1%UK:
80%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Prospective Job Roles
Cybersecurity Consultant
Cybersecurity Researcher
Cybersecurity Manager
Cybersecurity Specialist
Cybersecurity Architect
Computer Scientist
Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Security Engineer
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
Accepted fields include Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity.
At least 3.0 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
At least 16 years of bachelor degree.
At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
550
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
Application Fee: 0
Transcript
Passport
Resume
IELTS
Class 12 Marksheets
Statement of Purpose
Academic LOR
Class 10 Marksheets
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
| Regular | |
|---|---|
| Winter | Jan 1, 2028 |
| Spring | Feb 1, 2028 |
| Summer | Mar 1, 2028 |
| Fall | Dec 1, 2027 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$17,420 / year
Overall Cost
$32,420 / year
FAQs
- Students have access to advanced computing labs, cybersecurity simulation environments, AI research groups, specialist software tools, and collaborative research centres.
- Yes, funding may be available through university research studentships, competitive scholarships, or external funding bodies. Some advertised PhD projects are fully funded.
- The programme is research-based, with candidates working closely with supervisors, undertaking independent research, attending research training courses, and presenting findings at seminars and conferences.
- Applicants should normally have a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in computer science or a related discipline. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is desirable but not always mandatory.
- The programme covers advanced research in computer science, with areas including artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, cybersecurity, networks, software engineering, and human-computer interaction.
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