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    Informatics: information security

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    Oslo, NOMScIn-person2 years
    NOK 572,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    68
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Informatics: information security at University of Oslo is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Oslo, NO. Tuition is NOK 572,000.

    About the program

    The program covers principles and technologies of Internet and system security, including cyber security, ethical hacking, incident response, encryption, and IT risk management. Students learn to build secure IT systems, understand security technologies, and manage information security in organizations, with specializations in cryptography, secure systems development, cyber and network security, and information security management.

    Focus: both
    201-250 (QS World University Rankings by Subject: Computer Science and Information Systems) | 1 (QS World University Rankings)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 (Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum overall band score of 6.5 with at least 6.5 in each component (listening, reading, speaking and writing).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year job seeker residence permit (Norway)

    NOK 18,300.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Informatics: information security at University of Oslo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Informatics: information security at University of Oslo is NOK 572,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Informatics: information security at University of Oslo online or in-person?
    Informatics: information security at University of Oslo is offered in-person.
    How long does Informatics: information security at University of Oslo take to complete?
    Informatics: information security at University of Oslo is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Informatics: information security at University of Oslo?
    Per the program's published guidance: Norwegian C
    How large is the Informatics: information security at University of Oslo cohort?
    Informatics: information security at University of Oslo typically enrolls around 68 students per cohort.