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The Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security (B.Sc.) at FOM is aimed at professionals, trainees, and career changers who want to acquire practical skills for protecting digital systems. You are addressed if you want to build solid expertise in IT security, cryptography, and cyber defense alongside your job or in parallel with your training. The degree is particularly suitable for those aiming for a specialist career as an IT security professional, network administrator, security consultant, or in the cyber defense field – regardless of whether you have a (technical) university entrance qualification or have already completed vocational training and gained practical experience.
Formal Requirements: How to Secure Admission
You can apply for the Bachelor in Cyber Security at FOM if you meet one of the following admission requirements:
- (Technical) university entrance qualification: You possess a general or subject-specific university entrance qualification or a university of applied sciences entrance qualification.
- Professional qualification: Admission is also possible without a university entrance qualification if you have completed recognised vocational training and have at least three years of professional experience.
- Advanced training: Alternatively, completed vocational training and further advanced training (e.g. specialist economist, master craftsman) suffice.
In addition, current employment or ongoing training, an internship, a trainee programme, or a voluntary position is required – either full-time or part-time. If you are currently not employed, the student advisory service will review your individual options (e.g. participation in "Study into the Job").
On a personal level, you should have an interest in technical and organisational IT security topics, possess logical reasoning skills, and be willing to engage with complex issues. Teamwork, willingness to learn, as well as the ability to study independently and in a structured way alongside your job or training are advantageous. Prior knowledge of IT or mathematics is helpful but not mandatory – corresponding preparatory courses are offered.
What skills does the Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security (B.Sc.) provide you with?
In the Cyber Security (B.Sc.) degree programme, you develop expert knowledge around the security of digital systems and infrastructures. You learn to analyse and secure IT infrastructures and acquire comprehensive knowledge of cryptography, secure networks, web and software security, as well as cyber defence. A key focus is on the detection, analysis and defence against cyber attacks. You will engage with topics such as IT forensics, data protection, social engineering, edge computing and big data security.
In addition, you will train your project management skills and innovation processes in order to systematically develop and implement security architectures and policies. Elective modules include options such as Innovation & Change Management, Start-up Management & Business Development as well as SAP and Enterprise Resource Planning. Alongside technical skills, you will also purposefully develop your analytical, organisational and interdisciplinary competences.
How is the Cyber Security degree structured at FOM?
The degree lasts for 7 semesters in a part-time format and is designed for 180 ECTS points. In the Digital Live Study you participate remotely in live-streamed lectures that are interactive and allow for exchange with lecturers and fellow students. Additionally, you have access to a media library with recorded lectures.
You start each time in the summer semester (March) or the winter semester (September). The organisation is especially flexible: Evening and Saturday studies allow you to combine your studies with work or vocational training. Semester breaks are in August and from mid to late February.
Optionally, you can take part in SmartStart programmes or preparatory courses before the first semester. Through specialisations and block seminars, the degree can be tailored to individual interests. Prior achievements from professional qualifications or previous degree courses can be credited towards the programme. If required, you can apply for up to two leave semesters free of charge.
- Start of studies: March and September
- Duration of studies: 7 semesters (3.5 years)
- Language of instruction: German
- Study model: Digital Live Study (virtual, interactive)
- Specialisation options through elective modules
- Degree: Bachelor of Science, state and internationally recognised
What career paths open up to you after graduation?
With a Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, you qualify for a variety of positions in IT security. Typical fields of employment include security management within companies, IT forensics, network security and cyber defence. Many graduates take on roles as IT security officers, security analysts, cyber defence specialists, IT auditors or cyber security consultants. Work opportunities also exist in authorities, consulting firms or in risk management.
Due to your practical competences, you will be sought after in sectors such as companies in critical infrastructure, financial service providers, industry and IT service providers. The bachelor’s degree also qualifies you for subsequent master’s studies and opens up development opportunities up to leadership roles in information security.
- Security management in companies and authorities
- IT forensics and incident response
- Network security and penetration testing
- Cyber defence and SOC analyses
- Consultancy and security consulting
What are the tuition fees – and what financing options are available?
The total cost for the Cyber Security degree at FOM University amounts to €20,450. This consists of 42 monthly instalments of €475 plus a one-off examination fee of €500.
Prior achievements (e.g. vocational training or study modules) can be credited, which reduces the study duration and fees.
Various financing options are available to you:
- The degree is generally tax-deductible – not only the tuition fees, but also specialist literature, travel costs and work materials.
- Leave semesters of up to two semesters without fees are possible.
- In cases of financial hardship, FOM supports you with individual payment arrangements.
The university is non-profit and all income is fully invested in teaching and modern infrastructure. Support through employers or educational funds can be used additionally.
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