Information Security

Format of study

full-time

Language

russian, english

Annual tuition fee

629 000 ₽

Place of study

st. petersburg, russia

Outcome (diploma/credits)

master of science

Duration

2 year

Application deadline

4 september 2025
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Program manager
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Ekaterina Aleksandrovna Sushkova
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Entrance exams (GMT+3)
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7/7/2025, 8:00 AM
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7/14/2025, 8:00 AM
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7/25/2025, 8:00 AM
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7/28/2025, 8:00 AM
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Subject areas

10.04.01

Information security
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Tuition-free

35

Fee-based

About the program

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Information security is one of the most in-demand IT sectors.The program trains sought-after specialists who can efficiently prevent cyberattacks and ensure data security. You will learn to design complex cybersecurity systems, distinguish between various types of malware, and identify vulnerable network segments. During your studies, you will solve real-world tasks, test security systems, and complete internships with the program’s partners. In your free time, you may take part in CTF (Capture the Flag) competitions to hone your cybersecurity skills. The program offers several specializations within which you can advance your knowledge in different branches of information security. These are: Computer System Information Security (in Russian and English), Cryptographic Methods of Information Security (in Russian), and Analytical Management of Information Security (in Russian).
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Program partners

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Program team

Danil
Danil Anatolyevich Zakoldaev
Руководитель программы
PhD in Technical Sciences
Associate Professor
  • senior researcher
  • senior research associate
  • director
Aleksandr
Aleksandr Alekseevich Menschikov
PhD in Technical Sciences
  • research engineer
  • dean
  • associate professor (qualification "full associate professor")
  • director
Sergey
Sergey Valentinovich Bezzateev
D.Sc. in Technical Sciences
Associate Professor
  • chief research associate
  • professor (qualification "professor of practice”)
Alisa
Alisa Andreevna Vorobyeva
PhD in Technical Sciences
Associate Professor
  • associate professor (qualification "full associate professor")

Curriculum

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Explore your curriculum (in Russian) to see what you will study

Career

Graduates of the program are qualified to apply for the following positions: pentester; antifraud systems specialist; computer forensics scientist; reverse engineer, application security specialist.

You will get to work at these companies

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Or at ITMO’s laboratories

Student successes

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National Cyber Testing Ground: ITMO Team Wins First Intercollegiate Cybersecurity Wargames
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SPIEF 2022: ITMO Students Among Finalists of International Cyberdrills
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ITMO Students Named Best Academic Team at Russian CTF Cup

ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES

There are many ways to enroll at ITMO – choose one!

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International opportunities

ITMO supports and encourages students to participate in online and offline educational events in Russia and abroad. We also count 70+ leading scientific institutions around the world among our partners.

You can apply for participation in online and offline conferences, seminars, schools, crash courses, competitions, championships, research internships, and other events in Russia and abroad that are organized by ITMO’s partner universities as well as other scientific and educational organizations.

Educational events and internships
Want to take part in a conference, summer school, or seminar abroad? ITMO University will cover up to 70% of your expenses.

Semester exchange / Study abroad
Found an interesting program in another country and want to go on an exchange semester? Tell us why you chose it and receive financial support.

Study Abroad at Home
Get your international learning experience without leaving ITMO: study in English with international students from all over the world!

Buddy System
From your first day at ITMO as an international student you will be supported by a buddy – another student, who will help you settle in, solve any issue, and explore the city! Maybe one day you, too, will want to support a newcomer at ITMO and get to share your experience as their buddy. You can learn more about the opportunity here

FAQ

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Can I apply online?
Yes. If you want to apply online, you need to submit scanned copies of all the required documents via your personal account on the admissions website. You can learn how to do it here.