Future professionals in security technology will be able to develop corporate security practices and influence societal decision making, according to the University of Jyväskylä, which said its new programme fulfills a critical need.
Its soon-to-be-launched security technology programme covers areas such as radiation, chemical, biological and cyber security. The university emphasised that these sectors are crucial as the world faces increasingly complex threats.
Mikko Mönkkönen, Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Science, said the programme addresses an unmet demand for experts in this interdisciplinary field.
"The graduates from these new programmes can develop safety practices for enterprises, lead the development of a culture of safety and also influence societal decision making in terms of safety, risk management and security of supply," he said in a statement.
The programme will be housed within the Faculty of Mathematics and Science, offering students pathways to earn bachelor's, master's and doctoral science degrees in technology.
"More comprehensive degree programmes in technology create an opportunity for synergy in education, helping to better meet the evolving needs for expertise as working life continues to change," Marja-Leena Laakso, Vice-Rector of the University of Jyväskylä, said in a release.
The security technology programme, launching in 2026, will offer a total of 70 spots for applicants.