MA/MS in Applied IT-Security

The Master's programme in Applied IT Security examines how information is represented, stored, transmitted and processed in complex systems. Students study where systems are vulnerable, from networks and mobile devices to vehicles, and when they can be attacked. The curriculum connects these questions to security goals such as confidentiality, integrity and authenticity. Modules cover cryptographic methods, including how encryption and digital signatures work and how they are implemented in practice. Students also learn defensive measures against hacking attacks. The programme suits professionals who want to extend a security role with formal academic training, and one current student works as a security architect alongside the course. The first semester can be demanding, and current students describe it as the hardest adjustment before the workload settles. The course is taught in German and English. The programme page offers a student interview that describes the transition into the study rhythm.