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Security and Network Engineering University of Amsterdam

Highlights
Tuition fee
34200 EUR / year
2771 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
34200 EUR / year
2771 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Security and Network Engineering programme from the University of Amsterdam is an intensive one-year master’s programme. This programme equips you with advanced theoretical skills and hands-on experience, preparing you for realistic situations outside of academia.

Overview

Here's why you want to study the Security and Network Engineering programme from the University of Amsterdam

  • Be taught and mentored by specialists - Close contact and personal mentoring by expert lecturers, who are active in the field and highly valued in academia.
  • Flexible study options - The programme can be completed in one year full-time or over two years part-time. This flexible structure enables you to combine your studies with professional work. You can choose subjects in practical projects and work on them at esteemed corporations and research institutes.
  • Top-rated programme with excellent career perspectives - Graduates are in high demand thanks to the programme's strong reputation and high education standards. Employers actively seek SNE graduates for roles in security and networking.
  • World-class facilities and research - Benefit from access to prime equipment, including our dedicated data centre and private classrooms. The research groups are among the best in the field, contributing to cutting-edge developments in security and network engin

Careers

Academically trained system, network and security engineers are currently in high demand. Wherever ICT contains complex systems and is incorporated on a large scale, SNE graduates can play an essential role. Most graduates end up working in industry, from Internet Service Providers to consultancy agencies and banks. A smaller group of graduates continues in the research field. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Classical Internet Applications
  • Security of Systems and Networks
  • Large Systems
  • Offensive Technologies
  • Internetworking and Routing
  • Advanced Networking

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
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92
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
3
  • 3.0 (American system)
  • 2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system)
  • C (ECTS-system)

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
92
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • In general, applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, (Technical) Informatics or a closely related subject. This degree can be academic or from a university of applied sciences (HBO).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    34200 EUR / year
    ≈ 34200 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2771 EUR / year
    ≈ 2771 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands
1000 - 1500 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Security and Network Engineering.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
25900 EUR
Deadline
15 Jan 2027
Mr. Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma-Adolfs Fund Scholarship

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University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) for Master Students

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University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Amsterdam Economics and Business Talent Fund
Need-based

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University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
20 Dec 2026
OAS ISS Scholarship
Merit-based

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The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available

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