Part Time
Face-to-face
December 2026
2 years
The MSc in Cybersecurity strikes a balance between theory and practice. Students will not only master the core frameworks of cyber defence, risk assessment, and security governance, but also delve into threat detection and defence technologies for mobile information security.
The core curriculum covers advanced cybersecurity governance, risk management, policy formulation, and industry standards implementation, enabling students to master information security controls at the enterprise and organisational levels.
The programme uniquely integrates Certified Information Security Professional (CISP) certification training into the master’s curriculum. While pursuing their master’s degree, students can also receive industry-recognised professional certification training, achieving the dual benefits of an academic qualification and professional certification training.
The Security Operations Centre and Cyber Range & Practice Centre enable students to interact with virtual systems in real time. The facilities support teaching and learning, real-world scenario simulations, cyber attack and defence competitions and training, research, testing, and exercises. HKCT has organised the Hong Kong and Macao Cybersecurity Competition twice.
The HKCT cyber range serves as the Hong Kong regional centre of the Peng Cheng Laboratory national-level cyber range. It has achieved platform interconnection with the Yellow Crane Cyber Range of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, located within the national cybersecurity base; the Industrial Control Cyber Security Range of Guilin University of Electronic Technology, and the Jiaxing Cyber Range of Zhejiang University. This interconnection supports online simulation testing and cybersecurity competitions.
The HKCT cyber range serves as the Hong Kong regional centre of the Peng Cheng Laboratory national-level cyber range. It has achieved platform interconnection with the Yellow Crane Cyber Range of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, located within the national cybersecurity base; the Industrial Control Cyber Security Range of Guilin University of Electronic Technology, and the Jiaxing Cyber Range of Zhejiang University. This interconnection supports online simulation testing and cybersecurity competitions.
A part-time blended teaching approach combining face-to-face classes, online platforms, project-based learning, and workshops effectively promotes independent learning and teamwork. It is suitable for professionals from a wide range of backgrounds who wish to pursue further studies.
The Entry Requirements comprise two parts: General Admission Requirements and English Language Proficiency Requirements.
Local students:
Applicants whose bachelor’s degree was not taught in English are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by meeting one of the following requirements:
IELTS (Academic): an overall band score of 6.0 or above; or
IGCSE English: Grade C or above; or
TOEFL iBT: a score of 60 or above; or
CET-6 (Mainland China): a score of 430 or above, obtained within the two-year validity period; or
Other equivalent English language qualifications.
Graduates of the 'MSc in Cybersecurity' may pursue computing-related doctoral programmes at local or overseas universities. They may also take up professional and senior positions in areas such as cybersecurity, information technology risk, digital forensics, system security, and compliance management.
Below are some common career options:
Students who enrol in the 'Master of Science in Cybersecurity' can apply to become:
Upon graduation, they may consider applying to become:
Year 1: $75,000 Year 2: $75,000
The tuition fee above is under 2026/27 Cohort.
Tuition fees and subsidies are to be reviewed and adjusted annually on various factors.
Integrating academic knowledge, industry expertise and practical experience to support students’ professional development.
Prof. QU Bo
Dr TANG Yajuan
Dr XU Zhiyu
The MSc in Cybersecurity programme is equipped with professional hardware and system platforms, providing students with state-of-the-art teaching facilities. A large 7-metre × 2-metre LED display wall visualises and presents activities within the virtual cyber world, offering students an innovative learning experience.
Click to view the 360º VR tour of Security Operations Centre
Click to view the 360º VR tour of Cyber Range & Practice Centre
The MSc in Cybersecurity at CTIHE stands out through three core advantages:
The programme offers flexible admission pathways. Local applicants are expected to meet at least one of the following academic criteria:
*Note: Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).
The Part-time MSc in Cybersecurity can be completed within 2 years.
The curriculum employs a flexible, blended learning model combining face-to-face lectures, online learning platforms, capstone project work, peer collaboration, and interactive practical workshops.
Graduates enjoy strong career potential and diverse pathways across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA):
The qualification of this programme is recognised under the Qualifications Framework in Hong Kong
Combining rigorous theory with hands-on practice, this programme aligns with industry standards and professional certifications -
equipping you with the competitive edge to build a resilient career in the digital era.
