Telecommunications and Information Security (MEng)
Our MEng in Telecommunications & Information Security (MTIS) program will prepare you for a career in specialized industries. We’ll train you to apply critical thinking to network and database management.
You’ll learn how to develop corporate security policies and procedures, as well as gaining technical skills in everything from modelling network traffic to data mining and ethical hacking.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | No | Yes |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Master's
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Outcomes
In this program, you will:
- investigate and deal with cybersecurity incidents in networks and computer systems
- develop security policies and procedures to secure IT infrastructure
- demonstrate knowledge of telecommunications networks
- investigate and resolve problems in telecommunications systems and their applications
- effectively communicate technical knowledge of security and telecommunications systems and best practices to stakeholders and the broader community
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You do not need to find a supervisor before applying to this program.
Program details
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Program details
Application deadlines
- September entry—apply by June 30
- January entry—apply by October 31
- September entry—apply by April 30
- January entry—apply by August 31
Note: International students should get their paperwork in order as soon as possible. Visa processing times are often lengthy and can delay your program entry.
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
Most of our students hold an undergraduate degree in electrical or computer engineering, computer science or a related discipline.
You will need to include the following when you apply:
- two assessment reports from academic or professional references
- a current résumé
- a statement of intent (2 pages maximum)
- post-secondary transcripts
Program specific requirements
Most of our students hold an undergraduate degree in electrical or computer engineering, computer science or a related discipline.
You will need to include the following when you apply:
- two assessment reports from academic or professional references
- a current résumé
- a statement of intent (2 pages maximum)
- post-secondary transcripts
Completion requirements
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
Funding & aid
The MEng in Telecommunications and Information Security (MTIS) program is self-funded, and you must secure your own funding before beginning your studies. You may be eligible for or .
With permission from the program director you can apply for the optional co-op program after completing all coursework. You can also apply to work as a teaching assistant.
The MEng in Telecommunications and Information Security (MTIS) program is self-funded, and you must secure your own funding before beginning your studies. You may be eligible for or .
With permission from the program director you can apply for the optional co-op program after completing all coursework. You can also apply to work as a teaching assistant.
Tuition & fees
Estimated minimum program cost*
* Based on an average program length. For a per term fee breakdown view the tuition fee estimator.
Estimated values determined by the tuition fee estimator shall not be binding to the University of Victoria.
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Faculties & departments
Need help?
Contact Sorkleng Jax at ecegsec2@uvic.ca or 250-721-8781.