University Diploma of Specialization in Cybersecurity

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Do you want to start a career in cybersecurity?

Well, we have good news and bad

Bad

We won’t lie to you: an expert in cybersecurity possesses a deep understanding of a wide range of interconnected aspects, including computer science, communications, the business world, and why not? global geopolitics, psychology and law. Moreover, it’s not enough to have superficial knowledge; one must master everything from the most basic concepts to the finest details. Acquiring this expertise is a task that demands many years of training, facing challenges in various disciplines, and staying up-to-date with the latest news.

Good

If you want to make a place for yourself in the world of cybersecurity, save yourself a few years of effort by completing this University Diploma in Cybersecurity. In it, we compile the knowledge of various experts in different fields to offer you a structured curriculum to help you swiftly acquiring advanced cybersecurity concepts.

The diploma spans a broad spectrum of disciplines, ranging from cryptography to social engineering and from machine code to application design.

Audience

Career Changers: Those seeking to shift their professional trajectory toward cybersecurity.
Bachelor’s, Graduates, or Master’s Degree Holders: Initially preferring candidates from ICT (Information and Communication Technology) engineering backgrounds, but open to those with notable computer skills.
Final-Year Students: applicable to both undergraduate and master’s degree programs, according to the regulations of the Universidad de Cantabria.

How is it organised?

The teaching of the Diploma comprises 30 ECTS, distributed across 240 hours of theoretical and practical classes, 30 hours of tutoring, and 150 hours of hands-on practice. It is structured into two bimesters, each containing four subjects.

Over the 16-week duration, from February to June, each week will feature one online class day primarily focused on theoretical content, and the other two will be dedicated to in-person classes, typically practical. Those unable to attend in person can participate virtually.

Evaluation will be conducted through deliverable assignments and exams.

Non-presential theoretical classes will involve videos, reading materials, or tutorials to be viewed or developed at each individual’s pace. In practical classes, challenges or exercises will be presented to help solidify theoretical concepts and tackle realistic situations.

How do I register?

Persons interested in obtaining the Diploma must submit an application following the instructions provided on the University’s website, under the “Acceso” section.