Strengthening of information systems

Web application Penetration
Testing; Reverse Engineering; Mobile and Cloud Computing Security;
Digital Forensics; Intrusion Detection and Prevention; Security Incident
Management; Information System Security Engineering; Applied
Cryptography; Fundamentals of Computing for Security Professionals; IT
security, administration and protection.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Project Management Methods and
Tools; Innovation and Creative Problem Solving; Strategic IT Management;
Cyber Security Requirements Engineering.

Collaboration in the digital age

Introduction to Propaganda and Persuasive
Communication; Information Collection Techniques; Internet psychology.

Legal and ethical aspects

Obligations, Responsibilities and Rights in the
Internet; Protection and investigation of personal data.

Cyber security management

Cyber security Policy; Information System
Audit and Security; Information Security Risk Management; Security Culture.

Research

Latvian language; Python for Security Testers; Analysis of
social media; Argumentation and critical thinking; New trends in open
data management and GIS; Data Mining.

Internship, Master’s thesis.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME?

Industry-Connected Faculty - Learn directly from active cybersecurity professionals working in the field - Benefit from instructors who are program alumni and bring real-world perspective - Connect with industry leaders who understand today's cybersecurity landscape

Peer-to-Peer Learning Environment - Study alongside professionals currently working in cybersecurity roles - Build your network with fellow students employed at leading technology companies - Exchange practical knowledge and insights beyond traditional classroom learning

Market-Driven Curriculum - Focus on high-demand competencies: - Information System and Data Security - Cybersecurity Management and Engineering - Legal and Ethical Compliance - Threat Analysis and Adversarial Thinking - Understanding Cyber Criminal Methodologies

International Dimension - Participate in collaborative learning through our network of 9 European university partners - Access exchange opportunities via Erasmus+ and E3UDRES2 - Gain international perspective essential for global cybersecurity challenges

TUITION FEES

The tuition fee is outlined in the individual agreement between the student and the university. The student receives the agreement together with the admission letter. Accepted students must pay the tuition fee in advance for the full academic year.

REGISTRATION FEES 2025/2026

Registration fee (non-refundable) must be paid before the application is submitted (confirmation of payment must be included in the application):

Registration fee must be paid to one of the following bank accounts:

Bank: AS Swedbank
Bank code: HABALV22
Bank account number: LV78HABA0551027191593
Bank payments should be marked: “Study registration fee: your name”

Bank: AS Citadele banka
Bank code: PARXLV22
Bank account number: LV74PARX0006876240003
Bank payments should be marked: “Study registration fee: your name”

Bank: AS Luminor banka
Bank code: RIKOLV2X
Bank account number: LV90RIKO0002013197983
Bank payments should be marked: “Study registration fee: your name”

 OTHER COSTS

To have and overview of the costs involved in studying in Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, please see the indicative list of costs:

The cost of living in Valmiera can seem rather inexpensive for students from some other countries.