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Italian Master's Degrees in Cybersecurity & Security Law

Target Audience: Non-EU Students

Academic Year: 2025/2026 (Upcoming)

⚠️ ImportantCritical PreambleNote foron Non-EU"French StudentsDocuments"

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

    • LanguageFor Requirement:Admission (First Step): MostSome ofuniversities (marked below) DO accept documents in French for the coursesinitial inevaluation. yourThis listsaves areyou taughtmoney 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."now.

    • Universitaly:For AllVisa Non-EU& students requiring a VISA must pre-enroll via the Universitaly Portal. This is the first official step.

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

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1. University of Salerno (UNISA)

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

  • Code:Study Plan: LM-66

    Cryptography,
Network Security,

Language:Cloud ItalianComputing, (SomeMalware materials/seminarsAnalysis, in English)Biometrics.

Application Status: OPENINGOpening SOON.Soon Calls(Usually usually publish in May/JuneJune).

Non-EU Requirements:

  • MustBachelor’s applyin viaComputer Universitaly.Science or Engineering.

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

StudyDocument Plan (Core Subjects):Language: Cryptography,🇮🇹 NetworkItalian Security,or Cloud🇬🇧 Computing,English MalwareONLY.

Analysis.

    French documents are not officially accepted for the initial check; they must be translated.

    Official Link:Source: UNISA StudyEnrollment PlanGuide &for AdmissionForeign Students

    2. University of Bari Aldo Moro (UNIBA)

    • Course: Sicurezza Informatica (Location: Taranto)

    • Code:Study Plan: LM-66

      Secure
    Software Engineering,

    Language:Cyber ItalianIntelligence, (RequiresLegal B2Aspects Englishof certificatePrivacy, toWeb enter, but classes are in Italian).Security.

    Application Status: OPENINGOpening SOON.Soon (Usually opens June/JulyJuly).

    Non-EU Requirements:

    • Assessment interview (often online).

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

    Assessment interview (can be online for foreigners)Math).

    StudyDocument Plan (Core Subjects):Language: Biometric🇮🇹 Systems,Italian Secureor Software🇬🇧 Engineering,English CyberONLY.

    Intelligence,
    Legal Aspects

    The ofguide Privacy.explicitly states: "If documents are in English, they do not need to be translated; otherwise an official translation in Italian is mandatory."

    Official Link:Source: UNIBA ManifestoInternational Documents Guide

    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):Plan: Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, Computer & Network Security, Robotics.

      OfficialApplication Link:Status: OPEN.

      Non-EU Requirements:

        Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science.

        Transcript: Required.

        Document Language: 🇮🇹 Italian or 🇬🇧 English Recommended.

          As a private university, they prioritize processed applications. While they have a Francophone studies department, their Engineering admission usually requires standard English/Italian docs.

          Source: UKE StudyInternational PlanStudents Page

          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):Plan: Applied Cryptography, Software Security, Privacy and Data Protection, Biometrics.

              Application Status: OPEN. (Deadline for Non-EU often April 30th).

              Non-EU Requirements:

                Highly competitive; entrance test/interview required.

                Transcript: Required.

                Document Language: ✅ FRENCH ACCEPTED.

                  Official Link:rule: "Official academic documents are accepted in Italian, English, French or Spanish."

                  Source: UNIMI AdmissionInternational &Students Plan- Required Documents

                  5. Universitas Mercatorum

                  • Course: Sicurezza Informatica

                  Code: LM-66

                  Type: Telematic (Online) University.Online/Telematic)

                  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):Plan: Economics of Innovation, Network Technology, Digital Forensics, Risk Management.

                    OfficialApplication Link:Status: ALWAYS OPEN.

                    Non-EU Requirements:

                      Transcript: Required to prove validity of Bachelor's.

                      Document Language: 🇮🇹 Italian or 🇬🇧 English.

                        Since the entire platform is automated, French documents usually require a translation to be processed by the secretariat.

                        Source: Unimercatorum CourseAdmission PageGuide

                        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):Plan: Criminology, Sociology of Deviance, Digital Forensics (Law focus), Cybercrimes.

                          OfficialApplication Link:Status: Opening Soon (Summer 2025).

                          Non-EU Requirements:

                            Background in Sociology, Law, or Political Science.

                            Transcript: Required.

                            Document Language: 🇮🇹 Italian or 🇬🇧 English.

                              The admission regulation mentions "eventual translations" are required for evaluation. French is not listed as an exception.

                              Source: FedericoUNINA IIAdmission Dept. of Political ScienceRegulation

                              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):Plan: Urban Security, Sociology of Organized Crime, Risk Management, Social Statistics.

                                Application Status: Opening Soon (Interviews usually in September).

                                Non-EU Requirements:

                                  Italian B2 Certificate mandatory.

                                  Transcript: Required.

                                  Document Language: ✅ FRENCH ACCEPTED.

                                    Official Link:rule: "Translation... if the documents are issued in a language other than Italian, English, French or Spanish."

                                    Source: Milano-Bicocca E-learningAdmission / Course PageGuidelines

                                    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):Plan: Privacy Law, Cybercrime Law, Administrative Law of Security.

                                      Application Status: Opening Soon.

                                      Non-EU Requirements:

                                        Law degree required.

                                        Transcript: Required.

                                        Document Language: ✅ FRENCH ACCEPTED.

                                          Official Link:rule: "All documents uploaded in your online application are accepted in Italian, English, French or Spanish."

                                          Source: Vanvitelli CourseInternational PageStudents Guide

                                          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):Plan: Corporate Compliance, Data Protection Law, Risk Regulation, Innovation Law.

                                            Application Status: Opening Soon.

                                            Non-EU Requirements:

                                              Focus on Legal Studies.

                                              Transcript: Required.

                                              Document Language: ✅ FRENCH ACCEPTED.

                                                Official Link:rule: "Secondary School diploma... or Bachelor's Degree... issued in English/Spanish/French or officially translated into Italian."

                                                Source: University of Pavia CourseNon-EU PageProspective Students

                                                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):Plan: Geopolitics, History of International Relations, Public Law, Crisis Communication.

                                                  OfficialApplication Link:Status: Opening Soon.

                                                  Non-EU Requirements:

                                                    Background in Political Science/History.

                                                    Transcript: Required.

                                                    Document Language: 🇮🇹 Italian or 🇬🇧 English ONLY.

                                                      The call for applications specifies: "Applicants are required to submit the following documentation translated in English or Italian."

                                                      Source: Unitus CourseInternational PageStudent Guide

                                                      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:

                                                        Passport (Valid for at least 2 more years).

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

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

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

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

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