Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security

Program overview

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security is a bachelor's degree program in computing and IT at Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf, a private institution in Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, founded in 2004.

First-year tuition is listed at 10,080 EUR and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027.

Applications to Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf typically receive a decision in 9 days and 11 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 21,984 EUR for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The blocked-account amount is set annually by the German authorities. It was around €11,900 per year at the last check, and it may have been revised. Public universities charge a semester contribution, and some states such as Baden-Württemberg charge tuition to non-EU students. Private universities charge fees.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

How the tuition compares in Germany

Our directory lists 103 bachelor's degree programs in computing and IT at 27 schools in Germany. Their median first-year tuition is 11,940 EUR, and the middle half cost between 10,200 EUR and 13,288 EUR.

At 10,080 EUR, Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security is 16% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 5,021 EUR to 22,000 EUR.

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Plan for the Apr 2027 intake

Working back from a Apr 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Winter semester (starting in October) is the main intake, with a summer semester (starting in April) for some programmes. Deadlines are often between January and July, and some are earlier.

Entry requirements and documents

Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security. For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.

English-taught programmes usually ask for IELTS or TOEFL. German-taught programmes ask for a German test such as TestDaF or DSH. Each university sets its own minimum levels.

• Class 12 marksheets and certificate (or the school's accepted equivalent).
• A personal statement or statement of purpose.
• A reference from a teacher or school.
• A valid passport.
• English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: National visa for study

Students from India need a National visa for study to study in Germany. German embassies and consulates, and the university's admissions office decides the application.

Germany has a large number of English-taught and German-taught programmes, and many public universities charge little or no tuition. The practical hurdles are admission requirements for Indian degrees, a blocked-account proof of funds, and visa appointment availability.

• Check the programme's admission rules and language requirements on the university site and on DAAD. Applications go to the university or to uni-assist.
• If required for your country, obtain the academic evaluation certificate the university asks for (APS India for Indian applicants).
• Receive the admission letter, open the blocked account and arrange health insurance.
• Book the visa appointment, prepare the national visa application and attend the appointment.

• Study in Germany: full visa guide
• DAAD: study in Germany
• Make it in Germany: study

After you graduate

Graduates can apply for a residence permit to look for work related to their degree for a limited period. Check the current rules on the official sources.

How to apply with Study Spectra

• Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
• We check your profile against Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
• We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
• When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security?

First-year tuition is listed at 10,080 EUR. Living costs are extra; Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf estimates 11,904 EUR a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Network Engineering and Cyber Security a degree?

It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in Germany?

You need a National visa for study, decided by German embassies and consulates, and the university's admissions office. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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