Dr. Sonja Buchegger

Professor

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Biography

Sonja Buchegger is a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden. She specializes in cybersecurity and cryptography, focusing on the interplay between technical and social aspects of security systems. She has extensive experience in teaching and developing courses related to computer security and applied cryptography. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding the socio-technical context of cybersecurity to prepare students for the challenges they will face in real-world situations. Buchegger has contributed to the academic community through her publications and research activities, and she actively engages in educating the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Research Interests

Applied Cryptography Computer Security Cybersecurity

Experience

Professor

— Present

Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Teaches and develops courses in applied cryptography and computer security.

Courses

Applied Cryptography (DD2520) Computer Security (DD2395) Computer Security (DD238U) Cybersecurity Socio-Technical Context (DD2510) Cybersecurity Engineer's Role Society (DD2303)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.