Computer Security - Specialization

Specialization: Computer Security

As society becomes increasingly dependent on computer systems, from controlling critical infrastructure to providing public services over the web, the importance of protecting against threats from vandals, criminals, industrial espionage and cyber-terrorism grows dramatically. This specialization addresses the secure development, deployment and operation of computer systems that may interact with other computer systems across open networks. It involves various computer security topics, including cryptography, data security and network security

The student must follow the requirements in the general curriculum for the programme such that at least 25 ECTS points are obtained among the following courses:

02232 Applied Cryptography 5 point Autumn E1B (Thurs 13-17)
02233 Network Security 5 point Spring F4A (Tues 13-17)
02234 Research Topics in Cybersecurity 5 point Autumn E4A (Tues 13-17)
02238 Biometric Systems 5 point June
02239 Data Security 7.5 point Autumn E5B (Wed 13-17)
02242 Program Analysis 7.5 point Autumn E2A (Mon 13-17)
02244 Logic for Security 7.5 point Spring F2A (Mon 13-17)
02255 Modern Cryptography 5 point Spring F5B (Wed 13-17)
02291 System Integration 5 point Spring F5A (Wed 8-12)

The terminated course 02221 Foundations of Distributed Systems (5 ECTS) also counts on the specialization.

Specializations are merely recommended ways of choosing the courses in the curriculum. Applicants are not admitted to a specialization but to the programme and it is possible to choose among all the courses in the curriculum following the directions given. However, if a specialization has been fulfilled the title of the specialization may be added to the diploma.