Dr. Alastair Beresford

Professor

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Biography

Alastair Beresford is a Professor of Computer Security at the University of Cambridge's Computer Laboratory and a Robin Walker Fellow at Queens' College. His research focuses on various aspects of computer security, including developing new techniques for keystroke timing obfuscation and studying the efficiency of anonymity networks like Tor. Beresford has supervised numerous students, contributing to significant findings such as the identification of vulnerabilities in OpenSSH and the design of secure group messaging systems. His work has resulted in multiple publications in premier security conferences and has won awards. He is also engaged in interdisciplinary research through the Cambridge Cybercrime Centre, where he and his colleagues use data-driven approaches to understand criminal activity and support cybercrime research globally. In addition to his research endeavors, he plays a technical leadership role in the Isaac Learning Platform, which aims to enhance STEM education through technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Computer Security

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England

Leading research in computer security and supervising undergraduate and doctoral students.

Awards

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Andreas Pfitzmann Student Paper Award

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.