BSc IT Security / Information Engineering at Ruhr University Bochum

IT Security / Information Engineering at Ruhr University Bochum is a single-subject Bachelor programme of 6 semesters (3 years), taught in German and English. What sets it apart: as a European pioneer in IT security, we offer a first-class degree programme that will turn you into a sought-after cybersecurity expert. The subject areas of IT security, information technology and computer science form the building blocks for an interdisciplinary degree programme that combines specialist knowledge in IT security with a modern engineering education. You will receive a unique and comprehensive education from world-leading researchers and be directly connected to the world-renowned Horst Görtz Institute for IT Security, which is also home to the CASA Cluster of Excellence.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught and English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: IT Security.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work as a security engineer in various industries: automotive, energy and environment, aerospace, public service, telecommunications, medical technology, critical infrastructure; as a penetration tester/ethical hacker; as an incident response specialist; as an IT forensic expert; as an IT security consultant; as a system developer; as a data protection officer.

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