Master Year 1 Cybersecurity
| Year | Master Year 1 |
| Program | Cybersecurity |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English |
| Orientation | Research and Industry |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September |
| Degree awarded | Master’s degree obtained on completion of a second year of Master |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Acquire knowledge and know-how to master current trends in cybersecurity
Asset n°2
Complete an internship in a research environment
Asset n°3
Prepare for a career in research or industry
The first year of the Cybersecurity Master’s program aims to teach students the theoretical foundations, key concepts and common tools relating to computer science. The program is designed to provide students with the solid knowledge and know-how to master the foundations of computer science, while also developing skills in various fields of cybersecurity including cryptology, systems security, network security, modeling and protocol validation.
The program also includes courses related to current trends in cybersecurity such as blockchains and machine learning. Focusing on research, the program introduces students to research labs through projects and a Master’s thesis. On completing the two-year program, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD, either in academia or in the industry.
Objectives
The first year of the Cybersecurity Master’s program allow students to:
- Acquire the fundamentals of computer science including network, systems, database, programming and cryptology
- Discover different cybersecurity fields before taking more advanced courses in the second year
- Obtain research experience through an internship in a laboratory
To complete the Master’s degree, first-year students can pursue with the following second-year programs: M2 in Cybersecurity
On completing the 2-year Cybersecurity program, students will be able to pursue a wide range of career opportunities:
- Complete a PhD
- Work for tech companies, especially in the R&D department
Core courses
| The Fundamentals of Modern Computer Networking | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| The Fundamentals of Computer Architectures and Operating Systems | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Cryptology | 48h 5 ECTS English |
Elective Courses
2 options to choose among the 3 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Fondamentals in distributed computing 1 | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Machine learning introduction | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| French Course | 24h 2,5 ECTS |
Core Courses
| The Fundamentals of Database and Programming | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Systems Security | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Network Security | 48h 5 ECTS English |
Elective courses
2 options to choose among the 3 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Introduction to Information Theory | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| French Course | 24h 2,5 ECTS |
Internship
2 to 3 months
Between April and August.
20 ECTS
The program coordinator may allow a study period abroad upon examination of the student's project and transcripts.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of a Bachelor of Science at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
Language prerequisites
English: proof of English proficiency is required, except for native speakers and students who previously studied in English.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
The first year of the Cybersecurity Master’s program aims to teach students the theoretical foundations, key concepts and common tools relating to computer science. The program is designed to provide students with the solid knowledge and know-how to master the foundations of computer science, while also developing skills in various fields of cybersecurity including cryptology, systems security, network security, modeling and protocol validation.
The program also includes courses related to current trends in cybersecurity such as blockchains and machine learning. Focusing on research, the program introduces students to research labs through projects and a Master’s thesis. On completing the two-year program, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD, either in academia or in the industry.
Objectives
The first year of the Cybersecurity Master’s program allow students to:
- Acquire the fundamentals of computer science including network, systems, database, programming and cryptology
- Discover different cybersecurity fields before taking more advanced courses in the second year
- Obtain research experience through an internship in a laboratory
To complete the Master’s degree, first-year students can pursue with the following second-year programs: M2 in Cybersecurity
On completing the 2-year Cybersecurity program, students will be able to pursue a wide range of career opportunities:
- Complete a PhD
- Work for tech companies, especially in the R&D department
Core courses
| The Fundamentals of Modern Computer Networking | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| The Fundamentals of Computer Architectures and Operating Systems | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Cryptology | 48h 5 ECTS English |
Elective Courses
2 options to choose among the 3 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Fondamentals in distributed computing 1 | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Machine learning introduction | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| French Course | 24h 2,5 ECTS |
Core Courses
| The Fundamentals of Database and Programming | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Systems Security | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Network Security | 48h 5 ECTS English |
Elective courses
2 options to choose among the 3 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Introduction to Information Theory | 48h 5 ECTS English |
| French Course | 24h 2,5 ECTS |
Internship
2 to 3 months
Between April and August.
20 ECTS
The program coordinator may allow a study period abroad upon examination of the student's project and transcripts.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
Completion of a Bachelor of Science at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
Language prerequisites
English: proof of English proficiency is required, except for native speakers and students who previously studied in English.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.