Bachelor 1 subject

IT Security / Information Engineering, Bachelor 1 subject

Where are the weak points in a system (internet, computer networks, mobile phones, cars, etc.)?
How can systems be hacked?
How can systems be protected against hacker attacks?
How does Bitcoin work?
How do cryptographic processes (e.g. for encrypting data) work and how are these processes implemented?
What challenges arise at the interface between humans and IT security?

Profile
Degree	Bachelor of Science
Start	Winter semester
Duration	6 semesters
Classroom language	German, English
Admission	Not restricted

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What's it all about?

This degree programme is unique, because ...

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.

It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...

IT Security

Course schedule

Module handbook

Who is suited?

Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

have:

Curiosity, enjoyment of solving riddles and puzzling
Good mathematical and technical understanding
Interest in systematic solutions to complex technical questions
Ability to work in a team
IT affinity

enjoy:

logical thinking
understanding technical contexts
driving innovation forward
interdisciplinary questions
tricky puzzles

struggle through:

different problems and solution-finding processes

Graduates from this degree programme 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

And else?

A prep course ... is recommended.
Name: Prep course at Faculty of Computer Science
Start: in September (duration: 3-4 weeks)
Further information about prep courses

An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: 3 months

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.

Where do I find help?

Academic advisory office

Dr. Studienberatung der Fakultät für Informatik

Building, Room: MC 1/36 bzw. 1/37

Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-0234 32 19293

E-mail: informatik-studienberatung@rub.de

Website academic advisory office

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Fachschaft: IT-Sicherheit