Introduction to cybersecurity

This is a course with a flexible start. Please note that after submitting the application it will take approximately two weeks to access this course and start studying. Please wait for instructions from the University of Turku.

Course contents

• Goals and principles of cybersecurity
• Basics of cryptography
• Basics of firewalls
• Basics of application security
• Historical development of malware
• Malware types

Learning outcomes

After passing the course, the student

• is knowledgeable in the fundamental topics and concepts of cybersecurity.
• understands the goals and principles of cybersecurity.
• is able to describe the fundamental principles of cryptography.
• understands the evolution of computer crime and malware during the past 20 years.

Course material

Lecture videos on the course’s Moodle page.

Completion methods

This is a self-study course with self-timed exercises/e-exam.

Please note that after submitting the application it will take approx. two weeks to access this course and start studying. University of Turku will send you further instructions.

After completing the required coursework, you can apply for the ECTS credits and passing mark by using this form.

Please check the exact dates from University of Turku study guide.

You can get a digital badge after completing this course.

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