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Cybercrime is a growing global threat. This Finnish university aims to actively address it. Credit: @Tradeducky, Twitter.
A university in Finland has made headlines this week and cemented itself in the history books as it launches the country’s first security technology course.
The University of Jyvaskyla is introducing the degree in partial response to the growing global threat of cyber attacks, which includes the practice of hacking. Pro-Russian forces have recently used this to their advantage, hacking into the IT systems of various airports in Italy.
Now, thanks to this new presentation in Finland, students will be able to rigorously study how to effectively implement protective measures against this type of crime, and other areas such as radiation, chemical and biological studies, all included as part of the module package. .
The security technology course will fulfill the critical need according to the department head
Future professionals in the security technology industry will be able to find new ways to strengthen corporate security measures and influence societal decision-making, as the program fulfills an integral need for Finland – and the rest of Europe.
We are facing a daunting new threat in the form of cybercrime and being able to train students into capable graduates who possess the fundamental tools to develop innovative ways to combat the challenge is a priority, according to Mikko Monkkonen .
Monkkonen is a dean of Mathematics for Science, a department at the university, and insists the program addresses a previously unmet demand for experts in this interdisciplinary field.
“Graduates from these new programs can develop security practices for enterprises, lead the development of a security culture and also influence societal decision-making regarding security, risk management and security of supply,” he said in a statement. this week.
The vice-chancellor insists that the course will be useful for adapting to the challenges of modern life
The module will be incorporated into the dean’s department of Mathematics for Science, with a wide range of options for students to explore as Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate degrees will be awarded.
Marja Leena Laasko, vice chancellor at the university, also commented: “More comprehensive degree programs in technology create an opportunity for more synergy in education, helping to better meet evolving needs for expertise as working life continues to change”.
The program will start in 2026 and will offer 70 places for successful students.
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