Modules
Courses / Modules / ELEC6242 Cryptography

Cryptography

When you'll study it
Semester 2
CATS points
15
ECTS points
7.5
Level
Level 7
Module lead
Basel Halak
Academic year
2025-26

Module overview

This module covers the mathematics, techniques, and applications of modern cryptography. We will look at the history of code making and code breaking, and draw lessons for the future from the mistakes and successes of the past. We will also give a gentle introduction to the mathematics underlying modern cryptosystems.

Linked modules

Pre-requisites: (ELEC1201 and MATH2047) OR (COMP1202 AND COMP2210) OR ELEC6259