MA/MS in Computer Security
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands•World Rank #46
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Offered by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands, MA/MS in Computer Security is a master's degree in Natural Sciences & Mathematics programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students. The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed June 2026 ·
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Overview
Research cutting-edge attacks and defenses in Cyberspace
Do you want to make global news headlines with groundbreaking Cybersecurity research or impact the security of billions of computers worldwide? Your first stop is our top Master’s programme Computer Security, powered by world-class researchers (VUSec and other CompSys groups). The programme addresses the most ambitious technical challenges in Cybersecurity, with a focus on computer systems and networks security and topics such as hacking, side channels, hardening, verification, malware, vulnerability analysis, and reverse engineering. The emphasis on low-level systems security is unique: other programmes tend to favor breadth over depth or focus on more theoretical Cybersecurity aspects.
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Frequently asked questions
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam awards a Master's Degree in the field of Natural Sciences & Mathematics on completion of this programme.
The programme runs for 2 years.
Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students.
The programme is taught in English.
The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.
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