FH JOANNEUM

Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking

  • MSc
  • Extra occupational
  • English
  • 4 Semester
  • Kapfenberg
  • 20 Places
Application period
from 02.11.2026

With this Master’s programme, you’ll be right on trend: the security of sensitive data, networks and systems is more important than ever before. Cyberattacks on businesses and individuals have become the norm. There is a high demand for highly qualified specialists in the development and implementation of secure software. Join us in finding new ways to enhance IT security for digital solutions.

IT Security
You will explore firewall technologies, secure network architectures and forensic investigations. The course also focuses on vulnerability analysis in computer systems and the identification of malware. You will learn about the creative methods used by hackers in order to implement effective protection mechanisms in networks, server systems and mobile applications.

Software Security
You will learn methods of secure software architecture and software design. This will enable you to develop and implement secure software. You will not only delve into the subject of cryptography, but also explore the practical implementation of software on various operating systems, covering the web, server, cloud and mobile sectors. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are an integral part of analysing cyber-attacks and responding to unknown threats.

Security Management
In addition to specialist technical skills, you will also study standards relating to IT information security and risk management, as well as methods of IT project and change management. The course is rounded off by an examination of legal, social and ethical aspects.

Project work, Master’s thesis
You will also deepen your knowledge in the field of IT security through your project work and Master’s thesis.

Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor degree or equivalent qualification.

Appointment

Application mode:
Online Application

Application time:
25 January 2027 | 22 March 2027 | 26 April 2027 | 24 May 2027 | 28 June 2027 | 2 August 2027 | 6 September 2027

Start of studies:
Autumn

Study information days:
OPEN HOUSE: https://www.fh-joanneum.at/en/university/events/open-house/

Tuition fee:
363,36 € per Semester (for citizens of EU/EEA countries and Switzerland)

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