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Master of IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology

Darmstadt University of Technology

Germany, Darmstadt

University Rank:#253

The IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Darmstadt , Germany, the program is taught in English and German and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on July 1, 2027.

About Master of IT Security

The Master of Science programme IT Security specialises on the design, programming and implementation of security systems in information technology with Cryptography, System Security and Software Security as its core areas. Furthermore, the design of modern security systems requires good knowledge in various areas of classical computer science, such as operating systems, software engineering, database systems or networks.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology

Entry Requirements

Applying with international qualifications (language requirements, application deadlines): International Admission. Requirements for admission to the Masters degree programme are comprised of a â€œBachelor of Scienceâ€ degree in Informatics or an equivalent degree. Admission to the Masters Degree programme may also depend on additional requirements. Specific degree entrance requirements may be found here and in the competences description.

English Requirements

PTEMin 64
IELTSMin 6,5
TOEFLMin 95

English Program Requirements

You must pass the “Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang” (DSH-2) as evidence that your spoken and written command of the German language is adequate for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes for which the language of instruction is German.

Participating in the DSH at the Studienkolleg is subject to charge.

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of IT Security

The Master of Arts Linguistic and Literary Computing program gives graduates access to professional fields that require a sound linguistic and corpus linguistic and/or computer philological qualification. In principle, the professional fields of application for linguists are widely diversified. There are mainly employment opportunities at universities, in teaching and research in literature and linguistics as well as in language teaching in private schools. Further fields of activity are found in school or specialist book editorships, in publishing houses (e.g. in editing), in editorial offices of radio, television and newspapers, in PR and advertising agencies, in libraries and archives, in international organisations, Goethe Institutes and in the cultural sector (e.g. as dramaturge at the theatre). With additional business management qualifications, they can also work in commercial enterprises (e.g. in sales and marketing or in human resources). It is therefore important to gain practical experience in relevant institutions at an early stage, to prove your general practicality and to establish contacts. The prospect of a good position is increased by the willingness to be professionally mobile, even abroad. A good knowledge of English is highly recommended, especially if you have an international orientation. TU Darmstadt Career Services

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Master of IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology

Fill out the application form and submit it electronically.
Print out the application form.
Send the printed application form with
- the necessary notarized certificates (as certified copies) and
- proof of your German language skills
in paper form by post to TU Darmstadt – Zulassung International. Please adhere to all deadlines!

Master of IT Security at Darmstadt University of Technology

Darmstadt University of Technology

Germany, Darmstadt