Course content

The summer school can span all aspects of information security and communication technology, i.e.

• Foundations of information security and security models, e.g. authentication, access control, biometrics, identity management, cryptography, modelling
• Secure programming, e.g. development processes, vulnerability analysis, embedded & cyberphysical systems
• Computer crime, digital forensics, privacy and civil liberties, including legal aspects, privacy
• Network security and security operations, e.g. perimeter security, intrusion detection, critical infrastructure protection
• Risk assessment, human factors and security, e.g. risk analysis, security management, security economics, incident management, awareness
• Communication networks and networked services

The exact choice and composition of topics in a given year may vary. The school also address cross-cutting concerns like peer review, presentation of own research, and international collaboration.

Learning outcome

After having successfully completed the course, students are expected to have mastered the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of advanced research in and understanding of academic theory of information security and communication technology

Skills

• Ability to select appropriate research methods and techniques suitable for the candidate's research field.
• Ability to comprehend complex academic issues and the related ethical considerations pertaining to the design and conduct of research.

General competence

• Capability to apply current abstract research and methods to specific problems.

Learning methods and activities

Block seminars, project work, peer review, and excursions

Compulsory requirements: None

Specific conditions

Course materials

Scientific articles and hand-outs provided by lecturers.