MSc Applied IT Security at Ruhr University Bochum

Applied IT Security at Ruhr University Bochum is a single-subject Master programme of 6 semesters (3 years), taught in German and English. What sets it apart: it provides substantial expertise regarding IT security based on the three-pillar model: Computer Science - Information Technology - cryptography as a coordinated distance-education course, it provides the opportunity of acquiring additional qualification in a flexible and individual manner, whilst maintaining a full-time job.

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

What you will study

Specialisation areas: Cryptography; Network Security; System Security; Embedded Security; Information Security Management; Computer Forensics; Data Protection.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work as researchers; as developers; as consultancy providers; as project managers; as executive staff.

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