Bachelor 1 subject

IT Security / Information Engineering, Bachelor 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	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 ...

the degree course is based on a three-pillar-model that is unique in Europe: the subjects IT Security, Information Technology and Computer Science constitute the modules of an interdisciplinary course that integrates both IT Security expertise and an up-to-date engineering training programme.

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:

a good understanding of mathematics and technology
IT affinity
an interest in developing systematic solutions for complex technological issues

enjoy:

logical reasoning
understanding technological principles, making new discoveries and creating new designs
promoting innovation

struggle through:

different problems and solution-finding processes

Graduates from this degree programme frequently work

as engineers
as system developers
as security engineers
as data protection officers
as software developers

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 Informatik

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

E-mail: informatik-studienberatung@rub.de

Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft: IT-Sicherheit

Building, Room: MC 0/68