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Italian Master's Degrees in Cybersecurity & Security Law

Target Audience: Non-EU Students Academic Year: 2025/2026 (Upcoming)

⚠️ Important Preamble for Non-EU Students

Before reviewing the specific universities, you must understand the rules common to all Italian public universities for Non-EU applicants:

  1. Language Requirement: Most of the courses in your list are taught in Italian (titles are in Italian). You will likely need an Italian B2 Certificate (CILS, CELI, PLIDA) to enroll, unless the course specifically states it is an "English-taught degree."

  2. Universitaly: All Non-EU students requiring a VISA must pre-enroll via the Universitaly Portal. This is the first official step.

  3. Transcripts: Yes, academic transcripts are ALWAYS required. They must usually be translated into Italian or English and legalized (or accompanied by a CIMEA Statement of Comparability).

  4. Entry Requirements (CFU/ECTS): Italian Master's (Laurea Magistrale) are consecutive. You cannot study "Cybersecurity" if your Bachelor's is in "History." You usually need a specific number of credits (CFU) in Math, IT, or Law.

1. University of Salerno (UNISA)

  • Course: Sicurezza Informatica e Tecnologie Cloud (Cybersecurity and Cloud Technologies)

  • Code: LM-66

  • Language: Italian (Some materials/seminars in English)

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON. Calls usually publish in May/June.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Must apply via Universitaly.

    • Transcript: Required. You generally need a Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering. If you have a different degree, they calculate if you have enough credits in Math (MAT/) and Info (INF/).

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Cryptography, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Malware Analysis.

  • Official Link: UNISA Study Plan & Admission

2. University of Bari Aldo Moro (UNIBA)

  • Course: Sicurezza Informatica (Location: Taranto)

  • Code: LM-66

  • Language: Italian (Requires B2 English certificate to enter, but classes are in Italian).

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON. Usually opens June/July.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. Strict curricular evaluation: You need approx. 18 CFU in Math/Physics and 48 CFU in IT/Engineering from your Bachelor's.

    • Assessment interview (can be online for foreigners).

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Biometric Systems, Secure Software Engineering, Cyber Intelligence, Legal Aspects of Privacy.

  • Official Link: UNIBA Manifesto

3. Kore University of Enna (UKE)

  • Course: Ingegneria dell'Intelligenza Artificiale e della Sicurezza Informatica

  • Code: LM-32 (Computer Engineering)

  • Type: Private University (Fees are generally higher than public ones).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPEN. Often has more flexible deadlines than public universities.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science required.

    • Since it is private, the admission process is often faster.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Computer & Network Security, Robotics.

  • Official Link: UKE Study Plan

4. University of Milan (UNIMI)

  • Course: Sicurezza Informatica

  • Code: LM-66

  • Language: Italian (Check specifically if the "English track" is active for this year, but standard is Italian).

  • Application Status: OPEN.

    • Critical Deadline for Non-EU: Usually April 30th for the following academic year.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Highly competitive. Strong background in Math and Computer Science required.

    • You must pass an admission interview/test (often online).

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Applied Cryptography, Software Security, Privacy and Data Protection, Biometrics.

  • Official Link: UNIMI Admission & Plan

5. Universitas Mercatorum

  • Course: Sicurezza Informatica

  • Code: LM-66

  • Type: Telematic (Online) University.

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: ALWAYS OPEN. You can enroll at any time of the year.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • This is the easiest for admission. They are less strict on "selection" but strict on valid documents.

    • Transcript: Required to verify you have a valid Bachelor's.

    • Note: Degrees from online universities are valid in Italy, but verify if they are recognized in your home country for government jobs.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Economics of Innovation, Network Technology, Digital Forensics, Risk Management.

  • Official Link: Unimercatorum Course Page

6. University of Naples Federico II

  • Course: Scienze criminologiche, investigative e di contrasto ai crimini informatici

  • Code: LM-62 (Political/Social Science focus, NOT Engineering).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON (Summer 2025).

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. This is interdisciplinary. They accept degrees in Sociology, Law, or Political Science. If you have a CS degree, you might need to take extra exams in Law/Sociology to enter.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Criminology, Sociology of Deviance, Digital Forensics (Law focus), Cybercrimes.

  • Official Link: Federico II Dept. of Political Science

7. University of Milano-Bicocca

  • Course: Sicurezza, Devianza e Gestione dei Rischi

  • Code: LM-88 (Sociology).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON (Interviews usually in September, application in Summer).

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. Must show background in Sociology or Social Sciences.

    • Italian B2 certificate is mandatory.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Urban Security, Sociology of Organized Crime, Risk Management, Social Statistics.

  • Official Link: Bicocca E-learning / Course Page

8. University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli"

  • Course: Diritto della sicurezza e dell'innovazione tecnologica

  • Code: LM/SC-GIUR (Law).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. You generally need a Law degree (or very close equivalent).

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Privacy Law, Cybercrime Law, Administrative Law of Security.

  • Official Link: Vanvitelli Course Page

9. University of Pavia

  • Course: Diritto della prevenzione, dell'innovazione e della sicurezza

  • Code: LM/SC-GIUR (Law).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. Focus on Legal Studies.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Corporate Compliance, Data Protection Law, Risk Regulation, Innovation Law.

  • Official Link: Pavia Course Page

10. University of Tuscia

  • Course: Scienze della politica, della sicurezza internazionale e della comunicazione pubblica

  • Code: LM-62 (Political Science).

  • Language: Italian.

  • Application Status: OPENING SOON.

  • Non-EU Requirements:

    • Transcript: Required. Background in Political Science, History, or International Relations.

    • Often involves an entry test or interview.

  • Study Plan (Core Subjects): Geopolitics, History of International Relations, Public Law, Crisis Communication.

  • Official Link: Unitus Course Page

Summary of Document Requirements for ALL listed Universities

To apply to any of these as a Non-EU student, prepare a folder with these digitized documents:

  1. Passport (Valid for at least 2 more years).

  2. Bachelor's Degree Certificate (Translated into Italian/English).

  3. Official Transcript of Records (List of exams and grades, translated).

  4. Language Certificate: Italian B2 (for Italian courses) or English B2 (if an English track exists).

  5. CIMEA Statement of Comparability (Recommended to speed up the process).

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