Informatics, Introduction to IT Security, Second Cycle, 7.5 Credits

The course introduces the field of information security, along with the key concepts, models, and perspectives within this area. The main goal is to provide a conceptual and theoretical foundation that will serve as a reference framework for upcoming courses. During the course, students gain a broad understanding of the field’s significance and development and learn about the main international and national organizations and standardization bodies in information security. The course also introduces criteria for critically evaluating a written report.

ECTS Credits

7.5 Credits

Level of education

Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements (A1N)

School

Örebro University School of Business

When is the course offered?

Prerequisites: Informatics, Basic Course 30 Credits, 30 Credits at intermediate course level within Informatics and successful completion of at least 15 Credits at advanced course level within Informatics. Alternatively Business Administration, Basic Course, 30 Credits, Business Administration, Intermediate Course, 30 Credits and successful completion of at least 15 Credits at advanced course level within Business Administration. Alternatively 30 Credits within G1N in Computer Science and 45 Credits within G1F in Computer Science. The applicant must also have qualifications corresponding to the course "English 6" or "English B" from the Swedish Upper Secondary School.

Selection: Academic points

Course syllabus

Application code: X2814