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Introduction to Master Program in Cyber Security and Information Assurance

OVERVIEW

MASTER PROGRAM IN CYBER SECURITY AND INFORMATION ASSURANCE

The Internet Technology has played a crucial role in transforming our lives. We are now connected to each other more than ever. This innovation helps drive our social well being and businesses to the unforeseen level. The widespread usage of portable computers and mobile devices allows us to share information and conduct businesses from anywhere at any time thanks to the underlying communication infrastructure capable of transporting large amount of data across the globe. However, there are some people who exploit this free information sharing capability in order to benefit his personal interest at the expense of others. It is known that the number of malicious incidents and the average damage done by those incidents are rising. We, as an educational institution, must respond to this alarming increase in malicious activities. This Master Program is, therefore, specially established to build a strong foundation for students in the areas of Cyber Security and Information Assurance so that they could help the country cope with current and new issues in cyber security and information assurance.

This two-year program is aimed for two types of students: those who would like to be hands-on in securing network software and equipment and those who would like to manage how information is stored and distributed in an organization. The “cyber security” track will target the former type of students and the “information assurance” track will target the latter type of students. The program is developed based inputs from experts in both academic and industry.

If you are looking to improve your knowledge and skills in cyber security and information assurance, this program is right for you.

COURSES

Students will study at Mahidol University for 2 years (course work for 3 semesters). In order to graduate, students needs to complete the total of 36 credits.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Students will study at Mahidol University for 2 years (course work for 3 semesters). In order to graduate, students needs to complete the total of 36 credits.

Academic Year

Mahidol University Phayathai campus:

Semester 1: August – December
Semester 2: January – May
Semester 3 (summer): June – July (no class)

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

Faculty of ICT, Mahidol University (MU Building, 23rd floor), Vipawadee Rangsit Road, Bangkok, Thailand

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The structure of the entire program consists of four semesters (two years). Students will take 18 credits of core courses during 1st Year (Semester 1 and Semester 2). Students in Plan A (thesis track) will take 6 credits of elective courses in 1st Year (Semester 1) and 2nd Year (Semester 1) plus 12 credits of thesis in  1st Year (Semester 1) and 2nd Year (Semester 1 and Semester 2). Students in Plan B (project track) will take 12 credits of elective courses in Module 2 and 3 plus 6 credits of research project in 2nd Year (Semester 1 and Semester 2).

 Plan A (Thesis)Plan B (Thematic Paper)

Core Courses

(Credits)

Elective Courses

(Credits)

Thesis

(Credits)

Core Courses

(Credits)

Elective Courses

(Credits)

Thematic Paper

(Credits)

1st Year,

1st Semester

12  12  

1st Year,

2nd Semester

63366 

2nd Year,

1st Semester

 33 63

2nd Year,

2nd Semester

  6  3
Overall Program1861218126

STUDY PLAN

Plan A (thesis):

1st Year
1st Semester2nd Semester
ITCY 511Computer and Network Security3 creditsITCY 515Research Methodology and Seminar in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance1 credits
ITCY 512Information Security Management3 creditsITCY 531System Hardening and Penetration Testing3 credits
ITCY 513Cyber Ethics and Law2 creditsITCY 571Information Assurance and Risk Management3 credits
ITCY 541Digital Forensics Technologies and Techniques3 credits

Elective Courses * not less than

3 credits
  

 

ITCY 698Thesis3 credits

Total   12 credits

Total   12 credits

2nd Year
1st Semester2nd Semester
Elective Courses * not less than3 credits

ITCY 698

Thesis

6 credits

ITCY 698

Thesis3 credits   
Total   6 creditsTotal   6 credits


Plan B (project)
:

1st Year
1st Semester2nd Semester
ITCY 511Computer and Network Security3 creditsITCY 515Research Methodology and Seminar in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance1 credits
ITCY 512Information Security Management3 creditsITCY 531System Hardening and Penetration Testing3 credits
ITCY 513Cyber Ethics and Law2 creditsITCY 571Information Assurance and Risk Management3 credits
ITCY 541Digital Forensics Technologies and Techniques3 credits Elective Courses * not less than6 credits

Total   12 credits

Total   12 credits

2nd Year
1st Semester2nd Semester

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

ITCY 697

Thematic Paper

3 credits

Elective Courses * not less than6 credits   

ITCY 697

Thematic Paper3 credits   
Total   9 credits                                            Total   3 credits
 

ELECTIVE COURSES

Students enrolled in this program can choose to study either Cyber Security track or Information Assurance track.

Cyber Security TrackInformation Assurance
ITCY 514Fraud Analysis and DetectionITCY 551Application of Cryptography
ITCY 534Reverse Engineering and Vulnerability AnalysisITCY 552Authentication Technology Management
ITCY 543Network ForensicsITCY 553Secure Software Design
ITCY 544Mobile SecurityITCY 573E-Services Security Management
ITCY 545Cloud SecurityITCY 581Incident Response Management
ITCY 562Intrusion Detection and PreventionITCY 592Special Topics in Information Assurance
ITCY 591Special Topics in Cyber Security and Forensics  

Course Description (Click Here)

TUITION AND SCHOLARSHIP

Partial scholarships are available for exceptional students. The applicant can apply for the scholarship in application form. The scholarship award will be considered by the program committee on the case by case basis.

TUITION AND FEES

 
 
Academic Year
 
 
Education Fee
Expenses
International Student
Thai Student
Baht
USD
[1 USD ~ 33 Baht]
Baht
USD
[1 USD ~ 33 Baht]
2021
Plan A (Thesis & Courses) 
Overall Program
489,000
14,900
299,000
9,100
1st year, 1st semester
138,700
 
81,200
 
1st year, 2nd semester196,800 118,800 
2nd year, 1st semester147,700 93,200 
2nd year, 2nd semester5,800 5,800 
Plan B (Thematic Paper & Courses)
Overall Program
454,500
13,800
275,000
8,400
1st year, 1st semester
138,700
 
81,200
 
1st year, 2nd semester
135,300
 
81,300
 
2nd year, 1st semester
174,700
 
106,700
 
2nd year, 2nd semester
5,800
 
5,800
 
  • Official Tuition Fees Announcement from Mahidol University

Scholarships

Partial scholarships are available for exceptional students. The applicant can apply for the scholarship in application form. The scholarship award will be considered by the program committee on the case by case basis.

APPLY

Mahidol University is internationally known for its strength in research and education. Graduates from the university contribute greatly to the society.

APPLICATION

For prospective students:

Students who are eligible to apply to this Master Degree program must have the following qualifications:

  • Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or computer-related from any of the Ministry of Thailand’s accredited universities. Exceptions can be made for students who have a Bachelor degree with at least 15 credits of computer-related courses.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Have an English Proficiency Examination score as required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
  • Exemptions from the above conditions may be granted by the Programme Chair and Committee under exceptional circumstances

To apply to Mahidol University’s Master of Science in Cyber Security and Information Assurance program, please visit the graduation school via this link (http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/)

Important Dates (Academic Year 2023)

EventsRound 1
Application Period1 December 2022 – 31 January 2023
Announcement of interview candidates7 February 2023
Interview Date8 February 2023
Result announcement24 February 2023
New Student Check-In24 February – 2 March 2023
Semester Starts (1st Semester, Academic Year 2023)August 2023
EventsRound 2
Application Period1 February – 31 March 2023
Announcement of interview candidates8 April 2023
Interview Date11 April 2023
Result announcement28 April 2023
New Student Check-In28 April – 4 May 2023
Semester Starts (1st Semester, Academic Year 2023)August 2023
EventsRound 3
Application Period1 April – 15 May 2023
Announcement of interview candidates23 May 2023
Interview Date24 May 2023
Result announcement8 June 2023
New Student Check-In8 – 13 June 2023
Semester Starts (1st Semester, Academic Year 2023)August 2023

Why Studying at Mahidol University?

Mahidol University is internationally known for its strength in research and education. Graduates from the university contribute greatly to the society. The state of arts educational and research infrastructure propel the university to the regarded as one of the top educational institutions in the Thailand. Mahidol University is selected to be one of nine Thailand’s National Research Universities. The educational environment and recreational facilities support students to fulfill their academic ambition.

CONTACT US

THAILAND:

Dr. Assadarat Khurat
Faculty of ICT, Mahidol University
999 Phuttamonthon 4 Salaya, Phuttamonthon, Nakhonpathom 73170 THAILAND
Tel: 66-2-441-0909
email: assadarat.khu@mahidol.ac.th

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