Information and Communication Technology - Cyber Security

Overview

The Information and Communication Technology - Cyber Security major at the University of Turku subject gives its students profound and substantial education and expertise in the field of security and technology for networked systems. The focus is on researching cyber security technologies for networked systems and applications of the communication-intensive future.

The technological topics covered include security of smart environments, system and network security, security of communication systems and applications, and designing secure systems. Students will explore both technological and theoretical scientific advances in the field and apply them to practice. 

The graduates will have strong technological, theoretical and practical understanding in cyber security. With their new knowledge and skills the graduates can proceed to building a successful career in securing the information and communication technology industry.

Job Options

The expertise profile may lead to a career title of e.g.

• network security specialist,

• information security specialist,

• security manager,

• chief information officer, or

• cryptography engineer.

The information-intensive industry has become one of the most important business sectors in Finland, and in the information society, information has become one of the most relevant products. In Europe, ICT has a critical role in improving the profitability of the business sector and in responding to the needs of the society.