Foundation phase (1st to 2nd semester)

First, students learn the basics of information security. These include the introduction to the principles of IT security, network technologies, and the understanding of network architectures, protocols, and security measures. Students attend foundation modules on programming languages relevant for security applications. You will also brush up on mathematical basics. Finally, you will gain important insights into the legal framework in relation to data protection and cybercrime.

Specialisation phase (3rd to 4th semester)

Now we're talking! For example in the module Penetration Testing: You will learn how to identify and document security holes in systems and networks. Additionally, you will develop profound knowledge and skills in the field of security management. Our elective modules offer you the opportunity to specialise in different fields.

Internship semester (5th semester)

The mandatory internship semester is scheduled for the 5th semester. You choose a company at which you put your knowledge to the test. You will work on real-life projects in the company and thus gain first professional experience. In addition, you attend the accompanying seminars and reflect upon your practical experience to deepen your theoretical knowledge.

Final phase (6th to 7th semester)

In the 6th semester, more exciting modules like Digital Forensics await. In the 7th and final semester, you write your bachelor's thesis focussing on a topic of your choice. At THWS, you can also choose to conduct your research work on a current topic of information security in cooperation with a company or a research institute.

In the bachelor's degree programme Information Security (B.A.), we do not offer specific specialisations or specialisation modules. However, we do offer students in the higher semesters the opportunity to choose from our wide range of elective modules. They differ in the summer and winter semester. 

In the winter semester, we offer the following elective modules:

• ABAP/4: SAP Development Workbench
• Agile Enterprise - Agile Methods Applied
• Autonomous Cars
• Big Data & Analytics
• Content Marketing and the Psychology of Consumption
• Online Marketing Applied
• Project and Strategic Management
• Shopware as Platform
• Software testing: Theoretic Approaches and Practical Introduction
• Socio-Informatics
• Technical Data Protection
• From the Idea to a Marketable App - App Entrepreneurship

And in the summer semester:

• Augmented and Virtual Reality
• Business Intelligence and Reporting
• Digital Business Meets Communication Design
• Introduction to Mainframe Programming
• Digitisation Strategy - Document Management in the SAP Environment
• Fog Computing in the Internet of Things
• Intelligent Data Analysis
• Interactive Stories & Playable Narratives - The Line Between Film and Game
• IT Risk Management
• Logistics Management in E-Commerce
• Integrating Processes in Typical ERP Solutions
• Requirements Engineering
• SEO Applied
• Video Production & Video Marketing

Students can also choose from our general elective modules (AWPM). These enable you to specialise further.

• Exercise courses and practice projects
• Getting to know and applying new technologies
• Internship semester as an integral part of studies
• Professors with extensive experience in the industry and economy
• Cooperation with companies and industry partners, also internationally
• Possibility of completing your final thesis in cooperation with a company

By the way: You also have the opportunity to complete your internship semester abroad. That way, you do not only develop intercultural competence but also boost your language skills and your career perspectives on the international job market.

• Studying & internships abroad
• More than 200 partner universities in Europe and around the world
• International projects & field trips abroad
• Visiting lectures together with exchange students & held by guest lecturers
• Support by THWS & financial support
• TWIN programme unique in Germany

• Improving language knowledge and intercultural competence
• Getting to know new teaching and studying methods
• Establishing an international network
• Enhancing your independence and flexibility
• Increasing of career perspectives on the global working market

Requirement for admission to the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt is a valid general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundene Hochschulreife), an advanced technical college certificate (Fachhochschulreife), a general/subject-specific entrance qualification for qualified professionals, or a comparable qualification from abroad (HZB, university entrance qualification).

Please also see the language entrance requirements.

• Strong interest in technology and IT security mechanisms
• Analytical thinking and the ability to grasp complex issues
• Proactive and responsible attitude
• Willingness to dedicate yourself to lifelong learning to keep up with the rapidly changing IT security sector