OpenFieldMaster of Science in Engineering - Information and Cyber Security
Two-year English-taught Master of Science training cyber defense specialists in cloud infrastructure security, penetration testing, malware analysis, and industrial automation protocols.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering with strong academic standing
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated coursework in network protocols, operating systems, and cryptography
- Recommendation letters
- One academic reference
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships and ZHAW project bursaries
- Application fee
- CHF 100
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 1,220/semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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