Master of Information and Network Security, Privacy and Data Protection - AITMIR

University of Information Science and Technology St. Paul the Apostle · Ohrid, North Macedonia

Master of Information and Network Security, Privacy and Data Protection, second cycleEnglish120 ECTS2 yearsOn CampusFull-time

The Master of Information and Network Security, Privacy and Data Protection - AITMIR programme at University of Information Science and Technology St. Paul the Apostle ((AITMIR) Faculty of Applied IT, Machine Intelligence and Robotics) is a Master of Information and Network Security, Privacy and Data Protection, second cycle program delivered in English over a duration of 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS) (120). This Master programme in Security Studies provides comprehensive training in national and international security, covering security policy analysis, intelligence studies, counter-terrorism, and conflict prevention. Students examine contemporary security challenges including cyber threats, hybrid warfare, and transnational organised crime. Graduates are prepared for careers in government security agencies, international organisations, think tanks, and the private security sector.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students)
€800/year — 800 EUR per semester (1,600 EUR per academic year for the two-year programme; total programme 3,200 EUR) - foreign-citizen rate, paid in two equal installments at the beginning of each semester
Tuition (Non-EU students)
€800/year — Same foreign-citizen rate as EU applicants - same rate for all international students unless otherwise stipulated by inter-university cooperation agreements
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students)
2024-10-15
Application deadlines (Non-EU students)
2024-10-15
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
120
Language
English
Study format
On Campus
Starts
October 2024 (latest published II-cycle schedule: enrollment 28-29 October 2024; 2026/27 II-cycle start date not yet published)
Intake
October (single autumn intake; latest published II-cycle application window 15 September - 15 October)

Language requirements

Required proficiency

English is the official language of instruction at UIST (official university statement). No minimum IELTS/TOEFL score is published for II-cycle admission; international applicants should contact contact@uist.edu.mk.

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Two-year (120 ECTS) studies: completed appropriate or related first cycle of at least 3 years with a minimum of 180 ECTS, per the official Admission Requirements - II cycle page (Information and Network Security, Privacy and Data Protection, two-year studies - 120 ECTS).

Required documents

1) Application form for enrollment; 2) Diploma for completed first study cycle, original or notarized copy (foreign diplomas: certificate for recognition from the Ministry of Education and Science); 3) Transcript of grades and credits, original or notarized copy (foreign applicants: equivalence of grades); 4) Proof of citizenship, original or notarized copy; 5) CV; 6) Letter of recommendation from professors or scientists (if any); 7) List of professional/scientific publications, copy of each (if any). Application fee 500 MKD + 50 MKD administrative tax.

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2024-10-15

Non-EU students

2024-10-15

Programme overview

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for North Macedonia, over 2 years of study.

EU & Non-EUTuitionLivingTotal
EU & Non-EU€1,600—needs the fee

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