Master in Cybersecurity

Tuition fees are 1,051 USD per year.

Cybersecurity is the field concerned with protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, damage, or disruption, covering both technical defense measures and the broader organizational and policy dimensions of managing digital risk. Coursework in this area typically includes network security, cryptography, software security, risk management, and ethical hacking or penetration testing methods, often combined with study of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks governing data protection and cybercrime. As organizations increasingly depend on digital systems, cybersecurity has become relevant across nearly every sector, from finance and healthcare to government and critical infrastructure, making it a field with broad and growing demand for skilled professionals. Graduates commonly pursue careers as security analysts, penetration testers, security architects, or consultants, working to protect organizations from a wide range of digital threats. This master's degree in Cybersecurity is delivered in English at Università degli Studi di Roma "La Sapienza" in Roma, Italy, over a duration of two years. Teaching in English allows the program to reach an international student body interested in advanced cybersecurity training. At the master's level, applicants generally need an undergraduate degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, with the program designed to build specialized security expertise on top of general computing knowledge. Roma offers a large academic and professional environment within Italy relevant to technology and security fields. Across the two-year program, students move from foundational security concepts toward more advanced technical coursework, preparing graduates for roles addressing the technical and organizational challenges of protecting digital systems and data.