Bachelor 1 subject

IT Security / Information Engineering, Bachelor 1 subject

  • How can information be represented, saved, transmitted and processed?
  • Which system (Internet, computer networks, mobile phones, cars etc.) vulnerabilities are there and when are systems vulnerable?
  • How do complex IT systems stay safe in accordance with pre-defined safety objectives (privacy, integrity, authenticity, anonymity)?
  • How do cryptographic processes work (e.g. data encryption, digital signatures) and how are they implemented?
  • How can systems be protected against hacker attacks?
  • What are the challenges concerning the interface human/IT Security?
Tobias Braun

You've got to be passionate about maths, computer engineering and electrical engineering; if you're not, you won't be enjoying it much.

– Tobias Braun, Bachelor's degree
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Degree
Bachelor of Science
Start
Winter semester
Duration
6 semesters
Classroom language
German, English
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What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
the degree course is based on a three-pillar-model that is unique in Europe: the subjects IT Security, Information Technology and Computer Science constitute the modules of an interdisciplinary course that integrates both IT Security expertise and an up-to-date engineering training programme.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • IT Security
Course schedule
Module handbook
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
  • a good understanding of mathematics and technology
  • IT affinity
  • an interest in developing systematic solutions for complex technological issues

enjoy:

  • logical reasoning
  • understanding technological principles, making new discoveries and creating new designs
  • promoting innovation

struggle through:

  • different problems and solution-finding processes
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • as engineers
  • as system developers
  • as security engineers
  • as data protection officers
  • as software developers
And else?
A prep course ... is recommended.
Name: Prep course at Faculty of Computer Science
Start: in September (duration: 3-4 weeks)
Further information about prep courses
An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: 3 months

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Dr. Anja Nuß
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-29509
Email:
Website academic advisory office

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Tobias Braun
Tobias Braun is a second-year student of IT Security. He is pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree.

What made you choose this degree programme?

Because I've always enjoy conducting computer and number-based research.

In which respect have or haven’t your expectations been fulfilled?

A lot of interesting work on algorithmic problems; unfortunately, also a lot of electrical engineering.

Which aspect of your degree programme do you enjoy most?

Analysing security concepts and cryptographic algorithms.

What has been your biggest challenge to date?

Accepting the lack of holidays, due to semester breaks being designated for writing exams and, therefore, for revising.

What would you like to become after completing your degree?

I would like to develop new technologies and processes that ensure the security of future innovations.

Which advice would you like to give to students who consider enrolling in this degree programme?

You've got to be passionate about maths, computer engineering and electrical engineering; if you're not, you won't be enjoying it much. Applied IT security won't be part of the curriculum until the third semester.