Protect the
Cyberspace
Study IT SECURITY at RUB
Discover the World of Digital Defense!
Welcome to the Faculty of Computer Science at Ruhr-Universität Bochum – Europe’s largest educational institution
for IT Security!
We have been a pioneer in cybersecurity since 2000 and offer a first-class degree program that will make you a sought-after expert. Our Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in IT Security offer comprehensive training in cybersecurity, encryption, network security and more.
With a strong focus on hands-on experience and real-world applications, we prepare you to master the challenges of the digital space. From the analysis of security vulnerabilities, to the behaviour of people in the IT Security context, to the development of robust defence strategies – with us you will learn the most important skills to be successful in the world of IT Security.
Become part of our faculty and help shape the future of IT security!
Why Study IT Security?
In an increasingly digital and networked world, the risk of cyberattacks is increasing – and that’s where you come in!
With your skills in IT Security, you will develop advanced security systems and strategies that fend off attacks and respond quickly to threats. You will play a key role in protecting data and networks as well as critical infrastructures, thereby increasing society’s trust in technology.
High Demand
There are currently around 149,000 unfilled IT jobs in Germany* - a huge opportunity for anyone who wants to get started in this exciting field!
(*Source: Bitkom Research 2023)
Diverse Career Opportunities
With a degree in IT Security, all doors and industries are open to you! Whether you want to work for large companies, get started in innovative startups or immerse yourself in the exciting world of research - anything is possible!
High Starting Salary
In IT Security, starting salaries are particularly high and can rise further with increasing experience and specialisation, so that you can earn between €45,100 and €62,400* at the start of your career, depending on your degree.
(*Source: Get-in-it.de)
Exciting Work
The IT Security industry is exciting and challenging. The interplay between constant development and solving complex problems keeps the job varied and exciting.
Innovation and Technology
IT Security is a very dynamic field that is constantly developing new technologies and methods. Here you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of technological innovation and develop modern solutions.
ITS Hotspot is Bochum
The Faculty of Computer Science in combination with the Horst Görtz Institute for IT Security stand for an excellent education in this field.
Our ITS Study Programs
BACHELOR
IT Security/ Information Technology
Discover an exciting world full of opportunities on the Bachelor’s degree course in IT Security/ Information Technology at Ruhr-Universität Bochum! This course combines specialist knowledge of IT Security, information technology and computer science, giving you the unique opportunity to immerse yourself directly in IT Security. Discover how to encrypt data, protect systems from hackers and uncover the vulnerabilities of networks and devices.
Enrolment from July 2025
Master
IT Security / Information Technology
On the Master’s degree course in IT Security / Information Technology, you can build directly on the knowledge you have already acquired! This consecutive degree course builds directly on the Bachelor’s degree course and combines the latest findings in IT Security with innovative approaches in information technology. You will be ideally prepared to be at the forefront of the cybersecurity industry in the future.
With links to world-leading research teams, you’ll have everything you need to develop security solutions for the technology world of tomorrow. This flexible and research-focused program is tailored to deepen your skills in cryptography, systems security and security engineering. Whether you want to design security systems or defend against cyber attacks: You’ve come to the right place.
Enrolment from January 2025
Master
IT Security/ Networks and Systems
In the Master’s degree course in IT Security / Networks and Systems, you can specialize in IT Security after completing your Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or comparable courses. Learn how to protect networks against intruders, ensure mobile security and develop security solutions for embedded systems.
Enrolment from January 2025
What you will Learn on the IT Security Course
The field of IT Security is an exciting race against time: new developments constantly offer new targets for cybercrime. With us, you will learn how to protect systems from attacks. Current topics include cryptography, secure data transmission, software security with various attack and defense techniques and human-centric security.
The special feature: Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of the world’s most renowned locations for research and study in the field of IT Security.
Mathematics – Computer Science – Computer Engineering – Cryptography – Computer Networks – Software Engineering – Electrical Engineering – Network Security
Studying IT Security: Insights from our Alumni
After graduating in IT Security, I was immediately able to find a job in my desired field.
The skills I acquired during my studies were directly applicable and are highly valued in the rapidly developing IT world.
Annika Wilde, Alumna IT Security
Studying IT Security at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum prepared me perfectly for the challenges in the cybersecurity industry. The practice-oriented projects and collaboration with leading experts gave me deep insights and valuable experience.
You should bring that with you!
These core competences form the basis for solving complex IT Security problems and developing innovative security solutions.
Analytical Skills &
Logical Thinking
Affinity for IT
Good Mathematical and Technical Understanding
Creative “thinking outside the box”
Our Professors introduce themselves
THAT'S WHY BOCHUM!
The city of Bochum, located in the heart of the diverse Ruhr region, is one of Europe’s leading hotspots of IT Security. The region is home to first-class research institutions such as the Horst-Görtz-Institute for IT Security, the CASA Cluster of Excellence, the Max Planck Institute for Security and Privacy, the CAIS (Center for Advanced Internet Studies) as well as the inhouse startup incubator Cube 5 – it is not for nothing that Bochum identifies itself as an ‘enabler city’.
If you choose Bochum as a study location, you can not only enjoy the advantages of one of Germany’s largest campus universities, but also benefit from cheaper rents compared to large metropolises.
Here you will experience a vibrant community that, united in cultural diversity, has created a common identity and a large family of supporters. Bochum offers a wealth of leisure activities: from world-famous theaters, major festivals and concerts to sporting activities, a diverse gastronomy scene and green recreational areas, there is everything here that makes a student’s heart beat faster. The city is located in the Ruhr area, a region known for its industrial past that has now developed into a dynamic center for science, technology and culture.
And Now?
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