Mathematical Biology

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
MATH X309
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Course ID
207622
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Cryptography is a vital aspect of cybersecurity. This course introduces modern cryptographic techniques in the context of information security in the workplace. It provides a sound understanding of the different types of cryptosystems available, the practical issues of applying cryptographic methods and key issues in the management of information security.

Course learning outcomes

  • Solve problems in elementary number theory
  • Use number theory techniques to compute encryption and decryption using RSA and ElGamal
  • Explain how different cryptographic tools are used to achieve different security goals
  • Determine the security outcomes of a simple cryptographic protocol
  • Explain the principles of key management and analyse techniques of key generation

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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