Master Year 2 Cybersecurity
| Year | Master Year 2 |
| 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 |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Pursue a PhD or career in R&D
Asset n°2
Gain in-depth experience through projects and an internship
Asset n°3
Delve into current trends in Cybersecurity
The Computer Science Master’s program aims to teach students the theoretical foundations, key concepts and common tools relating to computer science. The 2-year program is designed to provide students with solid knowledge and know-how to master the foundations of computer science, while also developing skills in various cybersecurity fields 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, it introduces students to research labs through projects and a Master’s thesis. On graduating, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD, either in academia or in the industry.
Objectives
The program enables students to:
- Better understand the interactions between different system components
- Acquire advanced knowledge in a wide range of cybersecurity topics
- Tackle current challenges in cybersecurity e.g. network protocol security or blockchains in new systems
- Gain in-depth experience through projects and an internship
After graduation, students will be equipped to:
- Pursue a PhD
- Build a career in tech companies, in a research and development department
Core courses
| Secure protocols | 45h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Risk analysis and modeling, attack detection | 25h, 2.5 ECTS, English |
| Risk modeling and analysis in complex systems | 24h, 2,5 ECTS, English |
Elective courses
2 options to choose among the 4 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Advanced Network Filtering Architecture | 45h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Embedded systems security | 28h, 3 ECTS, English |
| French Course | 24h, 2,5 ECTS |
| Machine and Deep learning | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Introduction to Information Theory | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Foundation of Machine Learning | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Core courses
| Introduction to formal methods | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Systems and application security | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Elective courses
| Safe System Programming | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Compilation | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Autour des CTF | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Laboratory project (compulsory)
1/2 day per week
Between September and March.
5 ECTS
Internship (compulsory)
5 months
Between April and August.
30 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 the first year of a Master in computer science or related field 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 Computer Science Master’s program aims to teach students the theoretical foundations, key concepts and common tools relating to computer science. The 2-year program is designed to provide students with solid knowledge and know-how to master the foundations of computer science, while also developing skills in various cybersecurity fields 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, it introduces students to research labs through projects and a Master’s thesis. On graduating, students will be equipped to pursue a PhD, either in academia or in the industry.
Objectives
The program enables students to:
- Better understand the interactions between different system components
- Acquire advanced knowledge in a wide range of cybersecurity topics
- Tackle current challenges in cybersecurity e.g. network protocol security or blockchains in new systems
- Gain in-depth experience through projects and an internship
After graduation, students will be equipped to:
- Pursue a PhD
- Build a career in tech companies, in a research and development department
Core courses
| Secure protocols | 45h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Risk analysis and modeling, attack detection | 25h, 2.5 ECTS, English |
| Risk modeling and analysis in complex systems | 24h, 2,5 ECTS, English |
Elective courses
2 options to choose among the 4 offered throughout semester 1 and semester 2
| Advanced Network Filtering Architecture | 45h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Embedded systems security | 28h, 3 ECTS, English |
| French Course | 24h, 2,5 ECTS |
| Machine and Deep learning | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Introduction to Information Theory | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Foundation of Machine Learning | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Core courses
| Introduction to formal methods | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Systems and application security | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Elective courses
| Safe System Programming | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Compilation | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
| Autour des CTF | 48h, 5 ECTS, English |
Laboratory project (compulsory)
1/2 day per week
Between September and March.
5 ECTS
Internship (compulsory)
5 months
Between April and August.
30 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 the first year of a Master in computer science or related field 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.