Master 1 subject

IT Security / Information Engineering, Master 1 subject

How can information be represented, saved, transmitted and processed?
Which system (Internet, computer networks, mobile phones, cars etc.) vulnerabilities are there and when are systems vulnerable?
How do complex IT systems stay safe in accordance with pre-defined safety objectives (privacy, integrity, authenticity, anonymity)?
How do cryptographic processes work (e.g. data encryption, digital signatures) and how are they implemented?
How can systems be protected against hacker attacks?
What are the challenges concerning the interface human/IT Security?

Profile
Degree	Master of Science
Start	Winter- and summer semester
Duration	4 semesters
Classroom language	German, English
Admission	Not restricted, application service

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What's it all about?

This degree programme is unique, because ...

we are Europe's leading location for academic education in the field of IT security. The programme offers you comprehensive, specialised training tailored to your needs. You will learn from world-leading experts in cybersecurity and become part of a unique ITS ecosystem with direct links to renowned research institutes such as the world-famous Horst Görtz Institute for IT Security with its CASA cluster of excellence, or the neighbouring Max Planck Institute for Security and Privacy.

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

Network and Data Security
Embedded Security
Cryptography
System Security
Security Engineering
Usable Security and Privacy
Human-Centred Security
Mobile Security

Course schedule

Module handbook

Who is suited?

Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

have:

substantial understanding of IT security, cryptography, mathematics and information technology

enjoy:

logical reasoning
Understanding technical contexts
Driving innovation forward
Solving complex problems

struggle through:

different problems and scientific issues

This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects

IT Security / Information Technology
comparable study program focused on IT Security

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
in research and development
as an IT security consultant
as a system developer
as a data protection officer
as a manager

And else?

A prep course ... can be covered voluntarily.
Name: Master Startup ITS
Start: at the beginning of the semester
Further information about prep courses

An internship ...

...is voluntary.

You can participate in international competitions...

with the FluxFingers.

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