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Advanced Master in Privacy, Cybersecurity and Data Management

★ StudyPath verdict
8.0/10
Best for mid-career professionals seeking specialized expertise in privacy, cybersecurity and data management. Trade-off: narrow technical-legal focus may limit options versus broader data science or general LLM programmes.
Tuition · Intl
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Duration
2 years
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2025
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
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Intl. %
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S:F ratio
18:1
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Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
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Satisfaction
4.0/5
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Employment
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Median salary
€3,359
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Alumni
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About this program
This advanced master's programme offers tomorrow’s leaders a future-proof methodology to perform in the challenging global field of privacy, cybersecurity and data management. The two-year parttime programme offers an ambitious curriculum that bridges the intersection between law, technology, ethics, governance and management. You will gain deep knowledge of the legal and technological aspects of EU and global data protection and cybersecurity issues, a sound ethical and business understanding of data usage practices, combined with a broader skillset comprising management and leadership skills, communication skills and related soft skills. Upon successfully completing the programme, you will be a key driver in enhancing trust in a global digital economy and society by applying a competent and ethical approach to the processing of personal data.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
EnglishMaster of LawsSector: InterdisciplinairCode of Conduct (intl.)Part-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationSelf-study
About Maastricht University
Founded in 1976, Maastricht University is known for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach and highly international character with 59% international students. Located in the charming southern city of Maastricht near Belgium and Germany, it excels in economics, law, and health sciences.
Living in Maastricht
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€470/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
122k

Cosmopolitan, Burgundian, and culturally rich. Maastricht feels distinctly different from other Dutch cities, with influences from Belgium, Germany, and France. The city is known for its excellent food, wine culture, and relaxed southern lifestyle.

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Specializations
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Curriculum
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Career outcomes
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Progression & cohort
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Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 8 respondents
Content & set-up4.1
Teachers4.2
Atmosphere4.6
Facilities4.4
Teachers' English4.6
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Upcoming open days
Open dayonline
2 Nov 2026
Open day
20 Mar 2027
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: 180
Scholarships
Maastricht University NL-High Potential ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Brightlands Talent ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Global Studies ScholarshipFor Global Studies bachelor's students; eligibility applies.
Fulbright / Maastricht University AwardExternal scholarship listed for master's students; nationality/eligibility conditions apply.
Internships
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