MSc in IT specialising inCyber Security
Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research · Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
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Who can apply
Entry requirements - set by the institute, not by Z-score
MSc in IT specialising in Cyber Security
Minimum requirements
A relevant bachelor's degree; some programmes also ask for work experience or a selection test.
This is a general guide. Exact requirements, fees and intake dates change each year - check the official programme page before applying.
About this programme
Master's · Computing & IT
- Institution
- Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
- Faculty / institute
- Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
- Level
- Master's
- Field
- Computing & IT
Degree content
14 modules, as listed on the official programme page
Year 1 · Semester 15 modules
- IT5010Advanced Learning and Study Skills2 cr
- IE5012Principles of Cyber Security3 cr
- IE5022Applied Network Security4 cr
- IE5032Information Security Risk Management an Audit3 cr
- IE5042Software Security4 cr
Year 1 · Semester 24 modules
- IE5052Applied Cryptography4 cr
- IE5062Information Security Management System4 cr
- IE5072Cyber Forensics & Incident Response4 cr
- IT5090Research Methods3 cr
Year 2 · Semester 13 modules
- IT6010Research Project15 cr
- IE6012Penetration Testing for Enterprise Security3 cr
- IE6053Enterprise Governance of IT3 cr
Year 2 · Semester 22 modules
- IT6010Research Project (Contd.)0 cr
- IE6042Emerging Topics in Cyber Security2 cr
Read from sliit.lk/study/find-a-program/master-of-science-in-information-technology-cyber-security on 2026-10-06. Institutes update modules and electives each intake - check the official page for the latest.
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