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Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence University of Guelph University of Guelph, Canada

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CAD 48618

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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89

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

As Canada's only ONE-year Master Cybersecurity Program that focuses on Threat Intelligence (MCTI), the University of Guelph will help create the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Located adjacent to Canada's Technology Triangle (CTT) and only a one hour drive from Toronto, our in-person program strongly connects to local industry and career opportunities. Graduates of the master's program will become leaders in security analysis and design, threat intelligence, penetration testing and malware analytics, cryptography engineering and digital forensics.

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing fields around the world. Threats to public safety are evolving at a rapid rate with the expansion of technology, networks and devices in existence and coming to market.

 

Why a degree in cybersecurity?
MCTI graduates enter exciting careers, growing an area that is advancing research and playing a major role in industry and consumer products around the world. Here are just a few careers our alumni choose to Improve Life:

  • Security Architect
  • Security Engineers
  • Security Analyst
  • Penetration Tester
  • Forensic Analyst
  • System Administrator
  • Cybersecurity Consultant
  • Vulnerability Analyst


Gain valuable experience through internships
MCTI students will have the opportunity to apply for prestigious internships with many of our prominent industry partners. Research-oriented students will have the opportunity to work on a cutting edge cybersecurity research project with one of our world-renowned faculty members. Project placements are encouraged, but not guaranteed.

Depending on your cohort, students will complete industry or research projects in either the summer or fall semester.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

May 2027, Jan 2027, Sep 2027

Closed

May 2026, Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 89
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 120.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, an applicant must have a four-year honours degree in computer science or computer engineering (or a related discipline), or a four-year honours degree in another discipline with a minor in computer science or computer engineering (or a related discipline).


Note: Entrants who have a four-year honours degree in another discipline and a minor (or equivalent) in computer science must have taken a minimum of 10 computer science-related courses. Applicants with an honours degree in an unrelated discipline who possess proven skills and working experience in cybersecurity may be considered.


A minimum 'B' average: Applicants are required to have a minimum average of 75% (B) during the previous two years of full-time study for an accredited undergraduate university degree. For information on international degree admission requirements, please see: International Credential Evaluation and select country.


Relevant experience: Relevant experience or background knowledge of Data Communication and Networking and Computer Programming is required. Applicants who do not meet the four-year honours degree requirement and would like their relevant work experience considered for admissions must provide at least one industry reference that speaks directly to the applicant's relevant computing and/or technical cybersecurity skills and knowledge.

6.5 IELTS Score
89 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

48618

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125

Application Fee
(CAD)

22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships

Entrance scholarships are monetary awards given to students that demonstrate one or more of the following: academic excellence; leadership abilities; extra-curricular involvement and research proposals. Some entrance scholarships require students to apply, but many are awarded automatically based on the student's admission average.


Undergraduate (International/Non-Canadian)

Internationalization is a big part of our Guelph community, and we have an entrance scholarship program to support students paying international fees who have demonstrated academic excellence. Renewable international scholarships ranging in total value from $32,000 to $37,500 CDN over four years are available to students who have not attended post-secondary studies and are entering the University of Guelph in September. Students do not need to apply to be considered; offers will be made on the basis of the student's admission file.


International Entrance Scholarship

Admission Average* Amount For Year 1 Annual Renewal Amount (Years 2, 3 and 4) Overall 4 Year Total
95.0% and greater $15,000 $7,500 $37,500
90.0% - 94.9% $14,000 $7,500 $36,500
85.0% - 89.9% $13,000 $7,500 $35,500
70.0% - 84.9% $9,500 $7,500 $32,000

*Eligibility will be based on the admission offer average calculated by the University of Guelph’s Admission Services. U of G will determine averages for applicants who are not studying in a Canadian secondary school curriculum based on curriculum, grading practices and grading scale interpretation.


Additional Entrance Scholarship

Scholarships Value Application
International Tuition Scholarship $2,000 No Application Required
Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President’s Scholarship $42,500 Apply by January 23, 2026
International Transfer Scholarship $10,000 No Application Required

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