Is there a merit-based scholarship for this Master's programme?
Yes. At USTP, an internal merit scholarship is available for non-EU/third-country students enrolled in the Cyber Security & Resilience Master's programme. The top 20% of students who achieve a specified grade point average are eligible to apply. Students may apply from the third semester onwards, and the scholarship can be awarded retrospectively for the first academic year.
For information on external scholarship opportunities, please visit the OeAD website.
On which days are classes held, and what does the “Dual Project” mean?
Classes are held on campus from Monday to Wednesday. Please note that attendance in person is mandatory for all courses. Starting from the second semester, students are expected to spend Monday and Tuesday working on their Dual Project in cooperation with a company or organisation. This provides practical experience and allows students to apply their knowledge in a professional environment.
Do I need to legalise my documents for the application?
Yes. Applicants from third countries are required to submit officially legalised documents as part of their application. The legalisation of your documents is a mandatory admission requirement.
To find out which type of legalisation applies to your country and educational documents, please refer to the “Application & Admission” section on our website, where you will find further information.
What are the admission requirements for this Master's programme?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field with at least 60 ECTS credits in IT-related subjects. The curriculum should sufficiently cover the following areas:
- Operating Systems and Network Technologies
- Programming
- Web Technologies
- Database Systems
Applications from candidates with a different academic background may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Programme Director. Applicants must also provide proof of English language proficiency at B2 level or higher.
Is it possible to start the programme in the summer semester?
No. The programme is only offered with an intake in the winter semester, which begins in early September each year.
Can I carry forward my admission results or ranking to the next application period?
No. As our university operates a competitive admission process, applicants who are not admitted must complete the full admission process again if they wish to apply in a future application period.
What are the tuition fees for non-EU/third-country students?
The tuition fee for non-EU/third-country students is €1,500 per semester.
Do I still have to pay the tuition fees if my visa process is significantly delayed?
Yes. Once you have accepted the General Terms and Conditions for Studies, you enter into a binding agreement with the university. Therefore, tuition fees must be paid within the specified deadline, even if there are significant delays in the visa application process.
