Cryptography (L.7) (860G1)
Cryptography (L.7)
Module 860G1
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
1. Symmetric-key cryptosystems.
2. Hash functions and message authentication codes.
3. Public-key cryptosystems.
4. Complexity theory and one-way functions.
5. Primality and randomised algorithms.
6. Random number generation.
7. Attacks on cryptosystems.
8. Cryptographic standards.
AHEP4 Learning Outcomes
M1, M2, M3
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, a successful student should be able to understand the difference between symmetric-key and public-key cryptography.
Be familiar with a range of cryptosystems, including AES, RSA and DSA.
Have an awareness of some recent developments in cryptography.
Know the requirements of various cryptographic standards (FIPS, Common Criteria, etc).
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 3 | 15.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 8 | 15.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 5 | 15.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 10 | 15.00% |
| Portfolio | T2 Week 11 | 40.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Konstantin Blyuss
Convenor, Assess convenor
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