Cybersecurity 24 months Postgraduate Program By Università di Padova |Top Universities
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Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Application Deadline

02 Aug, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

One of the challenges of our time: safeguarding IT security and privacy of ICT systems and protecting against cyber attacks. A challenge to be dealt with from different perspectives, from technical to legal: hence the interdisciplinary nature of this course delivered in English, ranging from computer science to engineering, from statistics to economic and legal sciences, taking advantage of the participation of international teachers. You will focus on both theoretical and practical aspects of these subjects and deal with computer architecture, software engineering, operating systems, search engines and innovative areas such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. You will be able to work as an IT security consultant and analyst, as a privacy consultant, but you may also find employment in security systems architecture or forensic information technology.

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

One of the challenges of our time: safeguarding IT security and privacy of ICT systems and protecting against cyber attacks. A challenge to be dealt with from different perspectives, from technical to legal: hence the interdisciplinary nature of this course delivered in English, ranging from computer science to engineering, from statistics to economic and legal sciences, taking advantage of the participation of international teachers. You will focus on both theoretical and practical aspects of these subjects and deal with computer architecture, software engineering, operating systems, search engines and innovative areas such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. You will be able to work as an IT security consultant and analyst, as a privacy consultant, but you may also find employment in security systems architecture or forensic information technology.

Admission requirements

65+
80+
6+

Bachelor diploma (or equivalent)

  • A  minimum three-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent), with proven skills in Information Technology and Information Engineering, such as the basics of programming, communication networks and information systems
  • Additional entry requirements – Entry title and  GPA
  • English  B2 Level ( CEFR ) or equivalent
02 Aug 2024
2 Years
Oct

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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More programs from the university

Over 80 undergraduate degrees (Bachelor's or single-cycle) are available at the University of Padua.

The following are provided completely in English:

Animal Care

Information Engineering

Italian Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Medicine and Surgery (single-cycle, 6 years)

Psychological Science

Techniques and methods in Psychological Science

Biology of Human and Environmental Health

Earth and Climate Dynamics - new programme 2023/24 

Entry requirements for Italian-taught Bachelor's degrees are usually assessed through a written test. For the English-taught degree programme in Medicine and Surgery, IMAT test is required.

LAUREA - BACHELOR'S DEGREE
Provides a solid background in general methods and content, as well as in specific professional skills.

Admission requirements: at least 12 years of prior education.
Leads to: Master's degree; 1st level lifelong learning course.
Duration: 3 years - 180 ECTS


LAUREA MAGISTRALE A CICLO UNICO
(SINGLE-CYCLE DEGREE)
Ensures advanced training for regulated professions (e.g. medicine and surgery, veterinary medicine, pharmacology) and activities requiring a high level of specialisation.

Programmes in: Medicine and Surgery (available also in English), Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Techniques, Law, Building Engineering and Architecture, and Primary Teacher Education

Admission requirements: at least 12 years of prior education.
Leads to: PhD; specialisation school; postgraduate 2nd level lifelong learning course.
Duration: 5 or 6 years - 300 or 360 ECTS


TUITION FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Annual fees are less than €2700,00 and the payment is made in 3 instalments. Payment of university fees gives students access to all services offered by the University of Padova: www.unipd.it/en/tuition-fees-23-24  

The following page summarizes all the possibilities students have to apply for a reduced fee: unipd.it

The University of Padua and other Institutions also offer a series of scholarships to support students, for example the Padua International Excellence Scholarship.

Awards for specific categories of students, e.g. students with special sport or academic achievements, are also available. For further information, please go to: www.unipd.it/en/awards 

Over 90 postgraduate degrees are available at the University of Padua.

The following are completely held in English:

School of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine

School of Economics and Political Sciences

School of Engineering

School of Human and Social Sciences and Cultural Heritage

School of Medicine

School of Psychology

School of Science


LAUREA MAGISTRALE - MASTER'S DEGREE
Provides advanced training for highly specialised professions in specific fields.
Admission requirements: Bachelor's degree. Special requirements may apply (e.g. a minimum degree outcome)
Leads to: PhD; specialisation school; postgraduate 1st and 2nd level lifelong learning course.
Duration: 2 years - 120 ECTS


TUITION FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Annual fees are less than €2700,00 and the payment is made in 3 instalments.
A number of merit-based scholarships are available to international students: https://www.unipd.it/en/scholarships-international-students

Awards for specific categories of students, e.g. students with special sport or academic achievements, are also available. For further information, please go to: www.unipd.it/en/awards 


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