Master of Science Applicable AI & Cybersecurity
Applicable AI & Cybersecurity
Applicable AI & Cybersecurity
MSc in Applicable AI & Cybersecurity
MSc in Applicable AI & Cybersecurity
State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.*
State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.*
The MSc in Applicable AI & Cybersecurity prepares you to design, secure, and govern intelligent systems in an increasingly digital world. You will gain the expertise to develop modern AI solutions, analyze complex security risks, and build resilient digital infrastructures.
Through hands-on projects, cutting-edge tools, and close collaboration with experts, you will develop the skills needed to lead innovation at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
*The national accreditation process is expected to be completed within the standard period of study of the first cohort.
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Know your Course at a glance
Know your Course at a glance
duration
duration
4 Semesters
4 Semesters
Location
Location
Berlin
Berlin
FORMAT
FORMAT
Full Time
Full Time
Language
Language
Taught in English
Taught in English
Credits
Credits
120 ECTS
120 ECTS
Academic Intake
Academic Intake
Oct, Jan, Apr, July
Oct, Jan, Apr, July
Total tuition fees
Total tuition fees
€23,800.00*
€23,800.00*
Scholarships
Scholarships
Up to 30%
Up to 30%
*excl. one-time €250 Admission Fee + €250 Examination Fee
*excl. one-time €250 Admission Fee + €250 Examination Fee
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Why you should study this program
Why you should study this program
Design and Secure Modern AI Systems
Design and Secure Modern AI Systems
Learn to design, implement, and operate modern AI systems in secure environments. You will apply cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps practices, and cryptographic methods to identify and mitigate security risks.
Learn to design, implement, and operate modern AI systems in secure environments. You will apply cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps practices, and cryptographic methods to identify and mitigate security risks.
Turn Security Data into Informed Decisions
Turn Security Data into Informed Decisions
Collect and analyze security-related data using advanced security analytics. This enables you to assess risks, analyze incidents systematically, and develop evidence-based strategies for complex threat scenarios.
Shape Responsible AI and Cyber Governance
Develop governance structures for AI and cyber risks while integrating regulatory requirements such as EU AI regulation and data protection into technology development. This ensures secure, auditable, and future-proof digital systems.
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Design, implement, and operate modern AI systems in secure cloud environments using DevSecOps practices.
Design, implement, and operate modern AI systems in secure cloud environments using DevSecOps practices.
Identify, analyze, and mitigate security risks in AI systems using methods such as adversarial machine learning and model red teaming.
Identify, analyze, and mitigate security risks in AI systems using methods such as adversarial machine learning and model red teaming.
Collect and analyze security-related data using advanced security analytics to support data-driven decision-making.
Collect and analyze security-related data using advanced security analytics to support data-driven decision-making.
Apply risk modeling, reliability engineering, and incident analysis to strengthen the resilience of complex digital systems.
Apply risk modeling, reliability engineering, and incident analysis to strengthen the resilience of complex digital systems.
Integrate regulatory frameworks such as EU AI regulation and data protection into technology and product development processes.
Integrate regulatory frameworks such as EU AI regulation and data protection into technology and product development processes.
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Who is it for?
Who is it for?
Technology and data enthusiasts who want to work at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
Technology and data enthusiasts who want to work at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
Professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in secure AI systems, digital resilience, and risk management.
Professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in secure AI systems, digital resilience, and risk management.
Individuals interested in shaping responsible AI and ensuring compliance with emerging technology regulations.
Individuals interested in shaping responsible AI and ensuring compliance with emerging technology regulations.
Future leaders who want to drive innovation and digital transformation in technology-driven organizations.
Future leaders who want to drive innovation and digital transformation in technology-driven organizations.
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Career Prospects
Career Prospects
AI Security Engineer
AI Security Engineer
AI Systems Architect
AI Systems Architect
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analyst
AI Risk & Governance Specialist
AI Risk & Governance Specialist
Machine Learning Security Engineer
Machine Learning Security Engineer
Security Data Analyst
Security Data Analyst
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Semester 1
Semester 1
Applied Machine Learning for Security Analytics
Applied Machine Learning for Security Analytics
Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Modeling
Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Modeling
Secure Software Engineering & Secure Coding
Secure Software Engineering & Secure Coding
Data Engineering for AI Systems
Data Engineering for AI Systems
AI Governance, Ethics & Compliance
AI Governance, Ethics & Compliance
Project Study Work
Project Study Work
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Semester 2
Semester 2
Philosophy of Science and Research Methods
Philosophy of Science and Research Methods
Deep Learning & Multimodal AI
Deep Learning & Multimodal AI
Secure Cloud Architectures & DevSecOps
Secure Cloud Architectures & DevSecOps
AI-driven Threat Detection & Incident Response
AI-driven Threat Detection & Incident Response
Cryptography, Zero Trust & Identity
Cryptography, Zero Trust & Identity
AI Security I: Adversarial ML, LLM Security & Red Teaming
AI Security I: Adversarial ML, LLM Security & Red Teaming
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Semester 3
Semester 3
LLM Engineering: RAG, Tool Use, and Enterprise Knowledge Systems
LLM Engineering: RAG, Tool Use, and Enterprise Knowledge Systems
Agentic AI & Secure Automation
Agentic AI & Secure Automation
MLOps/LLMOps & Reliable AI Operations
MLOps/LLMOps & Reliable AI Operations
Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning
Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning
Human-Robot & Cyber-Physical Systems Security
Human-Robot & Cyber-Physical Systems Security
Study Work
Study Work
APPLICABLE AI & CYBERSECURITY
Semester 4
Semester 4
Secure Data Products & Knowledge Graphs
Secure Data Products & Knowledge Graphs
Industry / Transfer Project
Industry / Transfer Project
Master Thesis
Master Thesis
Requirements
Requirements
Requirements
Educational Background
Educational Background
a state-recognized university degree in computer science, IT, computer engineering, data science, or related subjects comprising at least 180 CT, or an equivalent degree at a university in Germany or abroad
a state-recognized university degree in computer science, IT, computer engineering, data science, or related subjects comprising at least 180 CT, or an equivalent degree at a university in Germany or abroad
Language requirements
Language requirements
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
DOCUMENTS
DOCUMENTS
An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript
An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript
WORK EXPERIENCE
WORK EXPERIENCE
None required
None required
Specialized or Additional Requirements
Specialized or Additional Requirements
Applicants with related but not directly comparable degrees may be admitted under certain conditions. Any ECTS credits required for admission that are missing can be earned through additional modules at our or other academic institutions. Proof of outstanding credits must be submitted to the university no later than 9 months after the start of enrollment. Details are determined by the examination board.
If the first degree completed does not correspond to any of the degree programs listed, the first degree or other examination achievements must demonstrate qualification level 6 of the German Qualifications Framework:
30 CP, in particular from the following subjects: Mathematics, Statistics, Programming
Applicants with related but not directly comparable degrees may be admitted under certain conditions. Any ECTS credits required for admission that are missing can be earned through additional modules at our or other academic institutions. Proof of outstanding credits must be submitted to the university no later than 9 months after the start of enrollment. Details are determined by the examination board.
If the first degree completed does not correspond to any of the degree programs listed, the first degree or other examination achievements must demonstrate qualification level 6 of the German Qualifications Framework:
30 CP, in particular from the following subjects: Mathematics, Statistics, Programming
About our Accreditation
About our Accreditation
When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.
When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.
"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."
"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."
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