About this programme
Master in Cyber Security, MSc in Engineering is a Master's Degree programme at Aalborg University in Aalborg, taught in English. It runs for 2 years. The register gives Copenhagen as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master (2 years). Aalborg University is a research university in North Denmark.
What you will study
What you study
The Master's in Cyber Security at Aalborg University gives you the skills to help companies, authorities and public institutions manage and protect themselves against cyber threats. You work with prevention, detection and management of cyber threats and attacks.
The programme covers network security, testing and verification, crisis communication, strategic planning and design of secure systems, preparation of risk and threat analyses, management and prevention of cyber-attacks, IoT security and the use of cyber security tools and methods such as honeypots.
On the first semester, the project is Distributed Systems Security (10 ECTS). Courses are Fundamentals of Security and Cryptography (5 ECTS), Network Security (5 ECTS), Dilemmas in Cyber Security (5 ECTS) and Security in IoT and Cloud Architectures (5 ECTS).
The second semester has a project in Secure Systems: Attack and Defence (15 ECTS) and courses in Hacker Space (5 ECTS), Software Security (5 ECTS) and Identity and Access Management (5 ECTS).
In the third semester, you choose one of four options. Option A: a project in Secure Systems Development, IT Security Governance or Cyber Security Training (15 ECTS), the mandatory course Advanced Topics in Cyber Security (5 ECTS) and two electives from Privacy Engineering, Advanced Software Security, Regulation of IT Security and Enterprise Security and Compliance (5 ECTS each). Option B: a Project-oriented Study in an External Organisation (25 ECTS) and Advanced Topics in Cyber Security (5 ECTS). Option C: a Long Master's Thesis (45 ECTS across the third and fourth semesters), Advanced Topics in Cyber Security (5 ECTS) and two electives. Option D: a Long Master's Thesis (50 ECTS across the third and fourth semesters), Advanced Topics in Cyber Security (5 ECTS) and one elective.
The fourth semester is the Master's Thesis (30 ECTS), where you specialise in a subject of your own interest, either by yourself or in a small group of two to three people. The degree title is Master of Science in Engineering in Cyber Security.
How the programme is organised
The programme is a two-year master's degree taught in English, based in Copenhagen. It uses problem-based learning, with group projects each semester. You and your group can collaborate with companies on semester projects, and there are guest lectures, training days and hacking events. Aalborg University is part of the Danish Hub for Cyber Security, which brings together universities, start-ups and established companies.
All bachelors enrolled in the programme who have not obtained their bachelor's degree from Aalborg University must take part in a course on problem based learning as part of the first semester project. If non-AAU bachelors get credit transfer for the first semester, they will be asked to take part in a course ensuring that they are trained in working according to the problem based learning model.
In the third semester, you can go abroad or spend your semester in a company. Aalborg University cooperates with universities across the world and has contacts in industry for student projects and company internships. The International Office can give guidance, but you must make your own preparations, including checking whether you need advanced credit transfer, looking for accommodation, checking insurance, visa and possible vaccinations, and, if relevant, how to avoid a lapse of your Danish residence permit.
The programme is expected to be offered from 2028 as a two-year programme (full-time study, 120 ECTS credits) and as a three-year Master's for working professionals (first year full-time and then two years of part-time study in combination with relevant employment).
Who it suits
You should choose Cyber Security if you want to help manage and overcome the cyber security challenges we face in a digitalised society. The programme suits people who want to work with prevention, detection and management of cyber threats and attacks, and who want to be part of an inclusive and international educational and research environment. It combines strong academic skills with real-world problems and business collaboration.
Admission, language and next steps
The programme is taught in English. The study start is September. You can find admission requirements and how to apply on the programme's admission pages. The curriculum has details about specialisation options, courses and projects. As a master's applicant, you apply directly to the institution. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland study free of charge; other students pay a fee the institution sets.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Private companies that develop cybersecurity solutions and services
- Consulting industry, advising on risk management, compliance and security strategies
- Public institutions such as the police, the Danish Defence and government agencies
- Sectors such as energy, healthcare and finance, where digital systems are critical to operations
- Technical or strategic roles in cyber security
- PhD research programme (three years)
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to Aalborg University, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Cyber Security, MSc in Engineering taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at Aalborg University. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study. Confirm the study load in ECTS credits with Aalborg University.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Copenhagen as the campus town for this programme at Aalborg University.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. Aalborg University sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland pay EUR 7,455 a year, as Aalborg University lists it. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at Aalborg University is linked from this page so you can compare.