IU, MSc, Computer Science in Cyber Security

You will focus on algorithms, you will deal with Cyber security and data protection as well as cryptology - an important tool in IT security. With blockchain you will also investigate a current and much-discussed practical application of these concepts.

• Computer Science in Cyber Security (60 ECTS)

Within our two-semester Master programmes you receive your Master's degree after just one year!

Prerequisites for admission to the Computer Science Master programme:

• Completed undergraduate study from a public or officially recognised university/higher education institution (240 ECTS for the 60 ECTS variant) in the field of Computer Science
• At least one year work experience before start of IUBH Master programme (achieved after previous studies)
• Proof of English skills
• Final grade of at least "Satisfactory" or grade C (as commonly used in countries overseas excluding Europe)*

[*] Minimum grade point average equivalent of 3.0 according to the German grading system.

Access options (depending on the previous study):

• For 240 ECTS from first degree: direct access possible
• For 210 ECTS from first degree: must take a qualification test (TASC)
• For 180 ECTS from first degree: must take a qualification test (TASC)

In addition, we recommend that you have a sound knowledge of mathematics and statistics. That knowledge should be comparable to the knowledge gained in the modules DLMDSAM01 - Advanced Mathematics and DLMDSAS01 - Advanced Statistics of the IUBH online study program. If required, you can complete these courses free of charge. Note: ECTS are not acquired through these courses.

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