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Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence (MCTI) at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

The Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence (MCTI) is offered by the School of Computer Science. This professionally oriented master's is unique in its core focus on threat intelligence, Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM), intrusion prevention, malware analysis, penetration testing, and computer forensics, and in its integration of experiential lab-based learning. It covers the most challenging and technical aspects of the cybersecurity field and ensures that graduates are equipped with the professional capabilities to respond ethically and with a global social awareness of the implications of their work.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence is a coursework master's degree focused on training individuals to become technically skilled and ethically-minded cybersecurity professionals. Students develop mastery in security analysis and design, security architecture, threat intelligence, digital forensics, and penetration testing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence program may be granted on the School of Computer Science’s recommendation to: Applicants who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree/baccalaureate in an honours program or the equivalent (having achieved a grade average of at least 75%, B, in the last four semesters of study) in computer science, computer engineering, or a related subject area (or hold a minor in one of these areas) from a recognized university; and Applicants who have relevant experience or background knowledge of Data Communication and Networking (such as a course equivalent to CIS*3210 Computer Networks) and Computer Programming (such as a course equivalent to CIS*2500 Intermediate Programming). Successful applicants must also meet the University of Guelph’s English Proficiency requirements for admission.

Domestic applicants: CAD 22,954 for the whole programme (2026-27). Estimated tuition for the whole programme 2026-27; the source states the programme is billed per credit and the listed figure reflects the cost of the total required credits. Excludes compulsory fees and program-specific fees. Source

International applicants: CAD 48,619 for the whole programme (2026-27). Estimated tuition for the whole programme 2026-27; the source states the programme is billed per credit and the listed figure reflects the cost of the total required credits. Excludes compulsory fees and program-specific fees. Source

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Application deadlines are listed on each programme page. The application fee is $125 for most graduate programmes; $150 for MBA, MA Leadership, MCLC, MPAcc and MRE; non-refundable and payable to OUAC.

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