Major - Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity major is designed to provide students with the theoretical foundations, key concepts, and common tools essential to computer science and cybersecurity. During the two years of the major, students develop advanced skills in critical areas such as cryptology, systems security, or network security. The curriculum also addresses current trends in cybersecurity, including machine learning and advanced cryptography.

With a strong emphasis on research, the program integrates students into research labs through hands-on projects and a Master’s thesis. Upon completion, graduates are fully prepared to pursue a PhD, whether in academia or in industry.

Objectives

• Acquire the fundamentals of computer science including network, systems, database, programming and cryptology.
• Better understand the interactions between different system components.
• Tackle current challenges in cybersecurity, e.g. machine learning-based solutions, blockchain, or post-quantum and advanced cryptography.
• Gain in-depth experience through projects and an internships in a laboratory or within the industry.