1.2.4 Cybersecurity
Format of study
full-time
Language
russian
Place of study
st. petersburg, russia
Outcome (diploma/credits)
master of science
Duration
2 year
Annual tuition fee
780 000 ₽
Application deadline
5 august 2026
Enlarged group of scientific specialties
1.2 Computer Science and Computer Science
41
Tuition-free
10
Fee-based
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Academic degrees issued in Russian and English
Training integrated into research and R&D projectsAbout the specialty
The specialty covers a wide range of topics, including cryptography, information system protection, threat forecasting, and the use of modern technologies to ensure security. You will be able to participate in joint projects with leading companies such as Positive Technologies, Yandex, Sberbank and Rostelecom.The program provides unique opportunities for developing new data description languages, big data analysis, and cognitive modeling. The research also covers current issues of information technology security and reliability, as well as new Internet technologies and business process intellectualization tools.PROGRAM PARTNERS
Key scientific leaders
ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES
Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.
Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.