For those who apply through universityadmissions.se, application period: 2024-10-15 – 2025-01-15
About the programme:
In an ever-changing digital landscape, you will be trained in the latest technologies to stay ahead of the game. You will gain a deep understanding of the methods, tools and strategies needed to solve new complex problems, making you attractive in the labour market.
The Master’s programme in Cybersecurity is designed to complement your Bachelor's degree with the latest cybersecurity advances to be able to operate in all types of digitalization projects in different industries.
Cyber threats know no boundaries and affect manufacturing, automotive, banking, education, healthcare, and retail, among others. You will take courses in several cybersecurity-related topics, such as critical infrastructure, ethical hacking and incident response, studying with students from all over the world.
Throughout the programme, you will participate in practical exercises, simulations and real-world projects that reflect the challenges faced by cybersecurity specialists. You will develop your critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
After graduation, you will be well equipped for an international career as cybersecurity is a cross-industry skill and you can work in various roles such as cybersecurity analyst, consultant, engineer or cybersecurity manager.
After graduation, you are eligible to apply to the PhD programme at JTH, as well as many other PhD programmes worldwide.
Not eligible? Enter our Pathway Programme
Facts and requirements
Total tuition fee: 170000 SEK
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
After graduation
Upon graduation, you'll join a leading group of professionals well-equipped for successful careers in the cybersecurity industry. A Master's degree in Cybersecurity doesn't just open doors in a single industry; it unlocks opportunities across various sectors. Cyber threats know no bounds, affecting manufacturing, automotive, banking, education, healthcare, retail, and more. You'll be well-prepared to tackle diverse roles such as cybersecurity analyst, consultant, engineer, or cybersecurity manager.
Completion of this Master's program also qualifies you to apply for further third-cycle education leading to a licentiate or doctoral degree.
Courses
Semester 1
Critical Infrastructure and the Internet of Things, 7.5 credits
Cybersecurity Overview, 7.5 credits
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, 7.5 credits
State-of-the-art and Research Methods in Cybersecurity, 7.5 credits
Semester 2
Cybersecurity Operations and Incident Response, 7.5 credits
Digital Ethics and Privacy, 7.5 credits
Final Project Work in Computer Science, 15 credits
Internationalisation
All courses in the program are conducted in English. You will study alongside students from all over the world with various academic backgrounds.
Student projects
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