Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security
Online
DURATION
36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 15,063 / per month *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* 36 months | 48 months: €17211| 72 months: €19347
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Introduction
A defence expert must master the basics of modern operating systems, be familiar with distributed applications in the cloud, and be well-versed in computer forensics and data analysis methods. In the distance learning program in Cyber Security, you are trained to become a threat hunter with leadership potential. You will deal with the architecture, programming, and maintenance of security systems. In addition to incident response and computer forensics, you will learn aspects of penetration testing and reversing to understand the perspective of cybercriminals.
The Cyber Security online study programme trains you to be an expert at threat hunting. You’ll become a sought-after professional, as virtual attacks on computer security can affect all IT areas. During your studies, you will learn how to successfully detect and defend your company against cyber attacks.
To achieve this, you get to know the basics of modern operating systems and familiarise yourself with distributed applications in the cloud. You acquire expertise in computer forensics and data analysis. In addition to incident response, you deal with pen-testing and reversing to specifically analyse cybercriminal activities. Knowledge of the architecture, programming and maintenance of security systems completes your career profile. You can study in German or English – to match your professional ambitions.
Admissions
Curriculum
Your courses
First of all, you will learn the basics of Computer Science, Computer Security, Programming with Python and Pentesting. You will then deepen your knowledge through the courses "Cryptographic Methods" and "Host and Software Forensics" in the field of Computer Security, as well as "Cloud Computing" in the field of Computer Science.
Semester 1
Module
- Operating Systems, Computer Networks, and Distributed Systems
- Introduction to Data Protection and Cyber Security
- Mathematics: Analysis
- Introduction to Academic Work
- Introduction to Programming with Python
- Statistics: Probability and Descriptive Statistics
Semester 2
Module
- Object-oriented Programming with Java
- Mathematics: Linear Algebra
- Collaborative Work
- Introduction to Network Forensics
- Requirements Engineering
- System Pentesting Basics
Semester 3
Module
- Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making
- Introduction to the Internet of Things
- Algorithms, Data Structures, and Programming Languages
- Theoretical Computer Science and Mathematical Logic
- IT Project Management
- DevSecOps and Common Software Weaknesses
Semester 4
Module
- IT Service Management
- Cryptography
- IT Law
- Host and Software Forensics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Security Standards
Semester 5
Module
- Seminar: Current Topics in Computer Science
- Advanced-Data Analysis
- Project: Data Analysis
- Cloud Computing
- Elective A
Semester 6
Module
- Elective B
- Elective C
- Bachelor Thesis
Career Opportunities
Your professional future in the field of Cyber Security
As an expert in cybersecurity, you can expect excellent career prospects across all sectors with lucrative opportunities for advancement to a management position. After graduation, you will be able to work, for example, as a:
- IT Security Consultant
- Ethical Hacker/Pentester
- System-/Network-/Firewall-Administrator