Research cutting-edge attacks and defenses in Cyberspace
Do you want to make global news headlines with groundbreaking Cybersecurity research or impact the security of billions of computers worldwide? Your first stop is our top Master's programme Computer Security, powered by world-class researchers (VUSec and other CompSys groups).
The programme addresses the most ambitious technical challenges in Cybersecurity, with a focus on computer systems and networks security and topics such as hacking, side channels, hardening, verification, malware, vulnerability analysis, and reverse engineering.
The emphasis on low-level systems security is unique: other programmes tend to favor breadth over depth or focus on more theoretical Cybersecurity aspects.
Learn more about Computer Security, Master Degree - at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Visit course webpageOur Master's programme in computer security is open to both Dutch and international students and attracts excellent students from the field of Computer Science. The Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application.
This is a specialised Master's programme, consisting mainly of classes, practicals, and research projects in Computer Security with a strong computer systems focus. Students preferring to take a wide-ranging Master's programme are advised to opt for a standard programme such as Computer Science
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