The aim of the Master's degree program in IT Security is to enable students to understand and deal with a wide range of information processing problems by teaching methods and knowledge as well as practicing skills in the most important areas of computer science and IT security. In contrast to the Bachelor's program, the emphasis is on the acquisition of skills for scientific work.
The Master's program in IT Security is research-oriented and consecutive to the Bachelor's program in IT Security. It focuses in particular on the analysis, description, construction and validation of secure and reliable information processing systems.
Graduates of the Master's degree program receive a special scientific qualification that enables them to work on basic topics or to develop particularly complex systems in management positions, placing particular emphasis on security and reliability.
Particularly good graduates or later doctoral students from the field of IT security will also find additional interesting job opportunities in research and teaching in the research clusters of our own university and the BioMedTec Campus due to the special local character.
Type of Study
FulltimeStandard period of study
4 SemesterCredits
120 ECTSCourse language
EnglishAdmission period
Winter Semester 01.05. - 15.07.
Summer Semester 01.11. - 15.01.
Non-EU applications via uni-assist:
Summer semester: 01.09 - 15.10.
Winter semester: 15.02. - 01.04.
Admission Requirement
Study program with admission requirementsStart
Summer semesterWinter semesterDegree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)Hints for application
Applicants from the EU can apply directly via the application portal of the University of Lübeck. Applicants from outside the EU please use the Uni Assist Portal.
The Master's degree program in IT Security is a research-oriented program that focuses on teaching scientific working methods and current research results. Students are enabled to conduct independent research and contribute to the further development of the subject area.
By integrating current research results in seminars and modules such as "Communication and System Security", students gain an insight into the latest developments in IT security.
A special feature of the Master's degree program is that it consists mainly of elective modules. These are offered in the areas of "Security and Privacy" and "Safety and Reliability". Students therefore have the freedom to largely design their studies themselves and tailor them to their individual interests and professional goals.
In order to enable students to specialize individually, the degree course offers the opportunity to specialize in a further IT specialization. This flexibility allows students to tailor their studies to their individual interests and career goals.
Another highlight of the Master's degree program is the integration of a case study, which enables students to deal with a specific, security-critical problem in a research institution or company. The case study offers the opportunity to deepen research methods and security concepts in a real context and thus develop a deep understanding of the complexity of modern IT security problems.
The Master's thesis offers students the opportunity to research a complex topic in the field of IT security, privacy or reliability comprehensively and in depth. Under the guidance of experienced academic supervision, students have the opportunity to conduct independent research, analyze it critically and develop innovative solutions. The thesis should not only deepen theoretical concepts, but also demonstrate practical relevance by addressing current challenges in IT security. Through the Master's thesis, students demonstrate their ability to apply scientific methods, master complex problems and present their results in a clear and structured manner.
Applications must be submitted via the online application portal.
Applicants from outside the EU should use the Uni Assist portal. A list of all required documents for your application can be found here:
We require the following for admission:
- A grade better than a German GPA of 2.7
- 28 ECTS Mathematics
- 60 ECTS Computer Science, of which at least 12 ECTS should pertain to Security
- The completion of a thesis
- The completion of our E-Test
Detailed admission requirements can be found in the current program regulations. You can find them here.
You can find all the important information about starting your first semester here.
Yes, admission to Master's program is restricted. We require the following for admission:
- A Bachelor's degree in IT security or a related field with a grade equal or better than a German GPA of 2.7
- 28 ECTS Mathematics
- 60 ECTS Computer Science, of which at least 12 ECTS should pertain to Security
- The completion of a thesis
- The completion of our E-Test
ECTS are standardized European academic credits and should equate to 30 hours of work per credit. Applicants are required to fill out an eligibility form with conversion of their workload into ECTS.
The form and a list of all required documents for your application can be found here:
The master's program is designed to enable students to understand and solve a wide range of problems related to secure and reliable information processing. One focus is on acquiring skills for scientific work. In the master's program, teaching moves away from the traditional school model and toward discussion, projects, and independent research. Ultimately, the master's degree is the basis for further academic qualifications, such as a doctorate, or for management positions in the field of IT security in business.
Our master's courses are taught in English.