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ITC8050

2019-02-12T14:24:33Z

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== Background ==

As of Fall semester of 2019 ITC8050 will be discontinued. The replacement course as of the IVCM09/18 curriculum version is ITC8270 (6 ECTS).

As of Fall semester of 2015 ITC8050 replaces the ITX8062 course in the IVCM curriculum. It is mandatory for all specializations up to and including the IVCM09/17 curriculum version.

This course will be discontinued after Spring 2019, since it is replaced by ITC8270 starting from the IVCM09/18 curriculum version.

The course is intended for second or third semester students.

= Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security =

== Admin notes for 2018 Fall semester ==

=== Where and when? ===
Room ICT-315, Tuesdays 1745-2100 during weeks 1-8.

== Instructors ==

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/a1b65268-56d9-401a-b480-c37063fcae0d?lang=ENG Rain Ottis], PhD, Professor at TUT

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/684e3fe9-411d-4fc6-befb-97c165d66b9d?lang=ENG Jaan Priisalu], Researcher at TUT

Contacts:
rain dot ottis at ttu dot ee
jaan dot priisalu at ttu dot ee

= Schedule & Slides =

The lecture topic order may change depending on the availability of lecturers. Please check this wiki page before each lecture for the most up-to-date information.

* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_1_-_Course_Introduction_RO.pdf ‎]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:Tabletop_intro_brief_RO.pdf]]

= Materials from previous years =
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP2.pdf]]

== Some lecture topics from previous years ==
* cyber conflict and malicious actors
* how different aspects of cyber security fit together (technical, processes, people).
* what should be protected and why in a digital society.
* incident handling and risk management.

= EXAMS =
== General notes ==
This is an oral exam. Up to 9 students take the exam during one slot.

In the beginning of the exam you will get two questions (may be multi-part questions). At least one of the questions will be based on your paper topic (usually both). You will then have time to prepare your answers. You can use any materials at this time. However, when you come to answer the questions (and any follow-up questions that arise), you can only use your notes. You are free to leave once you have answered your questions.

Check this page for updates before coming to the exam.

== Registration ==

Via OIS.

== Exam times ==
Exam times, locations and registration in OIS.

== Re-exam ==
Registration for re-examination in OIS.

Ottis ITKST45

2018-11-12T11:08:50Z

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= ITKST45 Introduction to Cyber Conflict =

== Instructor ==

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/a1b65268-56d9-401a-b480-c37063fcae0d?lang=ENG Rain Ottis], PhD, Professor at TalTech

== Course materials ==

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORSjzfXBZDYlrClJGiBc7qOzdEbEfmnK/view?usp=sharing Introduction lecture slides]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NUf_LYzR52VYqcwO8qyjS_I4B2opJ5xJ/view?usp=sharing Course slides]

== Grading ==

* '''1. Case study (30%)'''
* Joint paper by two students (To be clarified at the intro lecture)
* 2000-3000 words
* Proper referencing (IEEE style, Harvard style, ..)
* Who/what is it and how does it work? (definition)
* When and where was it? (background, literature review)
* Why does it matter? (significance)
* How would you approach it as a cyber security officer?
* Provide your own analysis and recommendations
* '''2. Case study presentation (10%)'''
* 10 minutes plus questions
* '''3. Onepager (10%)'''
* 300-500 words
* See intro lecture slides for the topic
* At least one reference! (IEEE style, Harvard style, ..)
* References are not included in the word count
* '''4. Tabletop exercise preparation and participation (35%)'''
* RED-BLUE exercise
* Cooperation, communication, decision-making, planning, teamwork
* Simulates a cyber incident
* You get to play the roles of attackers and defenders
* '''5. Participation (15%)'''
* Active participation in discussions (not just physical presence)

Ottis ITKST45

2018-11-12T11:08:35Z

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= ITKST45 Introduction to Cyber Conflict =

== Instructors ==

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/a1b65268-56d9-401a-b480-c37063fcae0d?lang=ENG Rain Ottis], PhD, Professor at TalTech

== Course materials ==

* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORSjzfXBZDYlrClJGiBc7qOzdEbEfmnK/view?usp=sharing Introduction lecture slides]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NUf_LYzR52VYqcwO8qyjS_I4B2opJ5xJ/view?usp=sharing Course slides]

== Grading ==

* '''1. Case study (30%)'''
* Joint paper by two students (To be clarified at the intro lecture)
* 2000-3000 words
* Proper referencing (IEEE style, Harvard style, ..)
* Who/what is it and how does it work? (definition)
* When and where was it? (background, literature review)
* Why does it matter? (significance)
* How would you approach it as a cyber security officer?
* Provide your own analysis and recommendations
* '''2. Case study presentation (10%)'''
* 10 minutes plus questions
* '''3. Onepager (10%)'''
* 300-500 words
* See intro lecture slides for the topic
* At least one reference! (IEEE style, Harvard style, ..)
* References are not included in the word count
* '''4. Tabletop exercise preparation and participation (35%)'''
* RED-BLUE exercise
* Cooperation, communication, decision-making, planning, teamwork
* Simulates a cyber incident
* You get to play the roles of attackers and defenders
* '''5. Participation (15%)'''
* Active participation in discussions (not just physical presence)

Ottis ITKST45

2018-11-12T11:03:59Z

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ITC8050

2018-10-03T08:55:51Z

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== Background ==

As of Fall semester of 2015 ITC8050 replaces the ITX8062 course in the IVCM curriculum. It is mandatory for all specializations up to and including the IVCM09/17 curriculum version.

This course will be discontinued after Spring 2019, since it is replaced by ITC8270 starting from the IVCM09/18 curriculum version.

The course is intended for second or third semester students.

= Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security =

== Admin notes for 2018 Fall semester ==

=== Where and when? ===
Room ICT-315, Tuesdays 1745-2100 during weeks 1-8.

== Instructors ==

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/a1b65268-56d9-401a-b480-c37063fcae0d?lang=ENG Rain Ottis], PhD, Professor at TUT

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/684e3fe9-411d-4fc6-befb-97c165d66b9d?lang=ENG Jaan Priisalu], Researcher at TUT

Contacts:
rain dot ottis at ttu dot ee
jaan dot priisalu at ttu dot ee

= Schedule & Slides =

The lecture topic order may change depending on the availability of lecturers. Please check this wiki page before each lecture for the most up-to-date information.

* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_1_-_Course_Introduction_RO.pdf ‎]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:Tabletop_intro_brief_RO.pdf]]

= Materials from previous years =
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP2.pdf]]

== Some lecture topics from previous years ==
* cyber conflict and malicious actors
* how different aspects of cyber security fit together (technical, processes, people).
* what should be protected and why in a digital society.
* incident handling and risk management.

= EXAMS =
== General notes ==
This is an oral exam. Up to 9 students take the exam during one slot.

In the beginning of the exam you will get two questions (may be multi-part questions). At least one of the questions will be based on your paper topic (usually both). You will then have time to prepare your answers. You can use any materials at this time. However, when you come to answer the questions (and any follow-up questions that arise), you can only use your notes. You are free to leave once you have answered your questions.

Check this page for updates before coming to the exam.

== Registration ==

Via OIS.

== Exam times ==
Exam times, locations and registration in OIS.

== Re-exam ==
Registration for re-examination in OIS.

Fail:ITC8050 - Lesson 1 - Course Introduction RO.pdf

2018-10-03T08:54:03Z

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Fail:Tabletop intro brief RO.pdf

2018-10-03T08:52:04Z

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Fail:ITC8050- Actors in cyber conflict RO.pdf

2018-10-03T08:51:22Z

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ITC8050

2018-09-11T14:07:16Z

Rain: /* Materials from previous years */

== Background ==

As of Fall semester of 2015 ITC8050 replaces the ITX8062 course in the IVCM curriculum. It is mandatory for all specializations up to and including the IVCM09/17 curriculum version.

This course will be discontinued after Spring 2019, since it is replaced by ITC8270 starting from the IVCM09/18 curriculum version.

The course is intended for second or third semester students.

= Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security =

== Admin notes for 2018 Fall semester ==

=== Where and when? ===
Room ICT-315, Tuesdays 1745-2100 during weeks 1-8.

== Instructors ==

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/a1b65268-56d9-401a-b480-c37063fcae0d?lang=ENG Rain Ottis], PhD, Professor at TUT

[https://www.etis.ee/Portal/Persons/Display/684e3fe9-411d-4fc6-befb-97c165d66b9d?lang=ENG Jaan Priisalu], Researcher at TUT

Contacts:
rain dot ottis at ttu dot ee
jaan dot priisalu at ttu dot ee

= Schedule & Slides =

The lecture topic order may change depending on the availability of lecturers. Please check this wiki page before each lecture for the most up-to-date information.

Lecture 1
* Course introduction.
* Assignment of individual research topics.

= Materials from previous years =
* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_2_-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:Tabletop_intro_brief_RO.pdf]][[https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7yq33Gize8yOVVzNkcwejFOQmc/view?usp=sharing Slides]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP2.pdf]]

== Some lecture topics from previous years ==
* cyber conflict and malicious actors
* how different aspects of cyber security fit together (technical, processes, people).
* what should be protected and why in a digital society.
* incident handling and risk management.

= EXAMS =
== General notes ==
This is an oral exam. Up to 9 students take the exam during one slot.

In the beginning of the exam you will get two questions (may be multi-part questions). At least one of the questions will be based on your paper topic (usually both). You will then have time to prepare your answers. You can use any materials at this time. However, when you come to answer the questions (and any follow-up questions that arise), you can only use your notes. You are free to leave once you have answered your questions.

Check this page for updates before coming to the exam.

== Registration ==

Via OIS.

== Exam times ==
Exam times, locations and registration in OIS.

== Re-exam ==
Registration for re-examination in OIS.

Cyber

2018-08-29T11:44:19Z

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== Accomodation ==

Campus information

To find your way around the TUT campus, please take a look at [https://www.ttu.ee/university/ttu-in-brief/ttu-campus/], there is also a map available there.

Accommodation

The dormitory situation in TUT is very tight, so please make sure you book your places well ahead.

The information how to book a place at the dormitories can be found [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/accommodation-4/ here]

'''For new students''', please make sure you file your applications on the '''1st of June!''' The system opens on June 1st, and the sooner you apply the higher you are in the queue. You should not file it earlier either because then your application will end in a pile with all other students, and it takes longer. Student can choose only two houses on the application, so have a look at different dormitory buildings here:[https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/student-residence/] Siidisaba building is located not in the campus, but in Kristiine area, which is closer to city centre, but away from university. Campus office will start giving out offers starting July 3. Have a look at the campus website: [https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/applicant/first-year-international-students/] For students who plan to move after Autumn semester, November is about the latest time when to file an application with CampusTTU. Please note that students who have not stayed in TUT dormitories can follow the link "Send application". Students who have previously stayed at the dormitories need to follow the link "e-kyla login" and file the application from there. You can send yourself a password reminder from the page.

== News for Fall 2018 ==
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* Slides from the intro brief: [[Meedia:2018-08-29_IVCM_welcome_brief.pdf]]
* IVCM09/18 version of the curriculum introduces major changes and phases out a number of old courses. For example, this is the last year that the ITC8050 will be taught. In some cases you can just take the new course, in other cases you will have to find an alternative. Contact Siiri if you are having trouble finding the course you need.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* General note: you can replace courses with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Siiri before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in any module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cryptography, Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== Studies ==

==== Administrative information ====

[http://www.ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-calendar-9/ Academic Calendar] in English

[http://www.ttu.ee/public/t/tudengile/oppeinfo/juhendid/Akad_kalender_15_16.pdf Academic Calendar] in Estonian (pdf)

[https://ois.ttu.ee/ Study portal]. See also:

* [https://ois.ttu.ee/video/english portal intro video]

* Navigate to the Cyber Security curriculum: click ENG on the right, Select Curricula on the left, Select by "structural units" under Curricula, Open (click to the little +) "Faculty of Information Technology", "10. IVCM09 IVCM09/13 Cybersecurity" in the middle table

* You must declare your courses for the semester by the so-called "red line" date, which is generally mid-September or mid-February, depending on the semester. Use the [http://ois.ttu.ee/pls/portal/ois2.ois_public.main OIS study portal] to declare courses.

* Please contact Dean's office for necessary passwords if you cannot log in with your ID-card and for any other kind of technical administrative help!

==== Course web sites ====

Please note that this is not a complete list.

* '''ITC8050''' [[ITC8050 | Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security]]

* '''ITV8060''' Computer Network Security (4 ECP) is available and free on Fall for second year students and can be moved to Specialization module after you have got a grade.

* '''ITX8040''' [http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 Cyber Defence seminar]

* '''ITX8042''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware]]

* '''ITX8050''' [[ITX8050 | Special Course in Cyber Security]]

* '''ITX8060''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware II]]

* '''ITX8062''' [[ITX8062 | Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8063''' [[ITX8063 | Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8071''' Cyber Defense Monitoring Solutions replaces the course ITX8070 Log Mining and Disc Forensics.

* '''ITX8090''' [[ITX8090 | Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations]]

* '''ITX8220/ITX8221''' [[ITX8220 | Special Course in Digital Forensics]]

* '''[[ITC8060]]''' [[ITC8060|Network Protocol Design.]]

The courses are free (the invoices are cancelled) to Cyber Security RE students and can be moved to Specialization module after you get a grade.

==== Sources for free choice courses ====

You can look for additional free choice courses from the following sources

Scan the [http://ois.ttu.ee OIS study portal] for available courses this semester (takes effort, but it is useful to learn to find your way in OIS). You can find all the courses given in English (timetables of all international programs) in TUT by looking at OIS -> Timetables -> click to GB flag in the center of the page.

You can take [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ some other language course] (French, German, Russian, Finnish) offered by the [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/ Language Centre] in addition to the courses (HLI2200, HLX8040) in your curriculum. Some of the alternative courses may not be free to study. In such a case OIS will give notice when you declare the course.

==== ITX8512 Practical Training in Information Technology ====
You can get credits if you have working experience in IT field. More information can be found here: [[ITX8512]]

== Thesis and graduation ==
The fourth semester is reserved for writing your thesis. This is a demonstration of your professional knowledge and skills, and the process typically involves the following steps (with the help of your supervisor):
* identify a problem that matters
* research possible solutions, and select or develop the most suitable one
* implement the solution
* analyze the results of your work
* present your work in a professional manner in written (thesis) and oral (thesis defence) form

[http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis information] - deadlines, proposed topics, requirements, etc.

* [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Defended_thesis_cyber Defended thesis]

== Scholarships ==

There are special IT-Academy scholarships available for Cyber Security students. The scholarships are awarded based on rank in admission and the study results in the previous semesters. You will have to apply for this scholarship on OIS and OIS will also tell you if you qualify for it. Check also: [http://www.ttu.ee/public/i/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/Tudengile/ITA/IT_Academy__stipend_M_english.docx statute of the scholarship], which is available on the faculty web site.

In addition, you can apply for [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/skype-scholarship Skype and IT Academy Master’s Scholarship] and [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/lhv-scholarship LHV Bank Scholarship].

== Contact ==
* [http://www.ttu.ee/?lang=en Tallinn University of Technology]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/ International Study Centre] will help you in the first steps at TUT and provides useful help along your studies.
** See also [http://www.ttu.ee/public/u/ulikool/kontakt/TTU_Campusekaart_juuli2010.pdf campus maps]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-information-technology/faculty-of-information-technology-1/home-2/ Faculty of Information Technology]
** Dean's Office of IT dept: room ICT-120, phone 6203528, email i@ttu.ee
** program coordinator Rain Ottis, rain.ottis@ttu.ee, room ICT-430, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
** research coordinator [http://www.ttu.ee/en/personnel-search/&kood=T0067160 Olaf Maennel], olaf.maennel@ttu.ee, ICT-420, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
* [http://www.ut.ee/en University of Tartu]
** [http://www.cs.ut.ee/en Institute of Computer Science]
** program coordinator [http://vvv.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/ Dominique Unruh]

== Historic information from Fall 2017 ==
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* Slides from the new student intro brief on 30AUG17: [[Meedia:IVCM_intro_brief_2017.pdf]]
* The '''Information Systems Attacks and Defence''' (ITC8070) course will start 31 Oct 2017.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2016 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
** '''IDK1011 (Introduction to Programming)''' is replaced by ICS0015 Fundamentals of Python.
** '''ITV8060 (Computer Network Security)''' is replaced by ITC8020 Computer Network Security. The new course is 6 ECTS.
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8042 (Malware)''' is replaced by ITC8120 Malware.
** '''ITX8060 (Malware II)''' is replaced by ITC8130 Malware II.
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' and '''ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence)''' are replaced by ITC8075 Information Systems Attacks and Defence in the 2017 curriculum. This fall is the last year where ITC8070 is taught. From 2018 we will switch to ITC8075.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''TMJ0110 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)''' is replaced by TMJ3300 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== Historic information from Spring 2017 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* [[ITC8060|'''ITC8061 Network Protocol Design''']] (instructor: Olaf Maennel) will start Tue, 31 Jan at 14.00-15.30 in ICT-315.
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 14 FEB, 28FEB, 14MAR, 28MAR, 11APR, 2MAY, 9MAY, 16MAY. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS. The dates have been de-conflicted with ITC8050.
* '''Special Courses'''
** These special courses are suitable for your special studies module, regardless of your specialization. Once you pass the course, it can be moved to the special studies module.
** There will be a Special Course for students who want to participate in the '''Locked Shields 2017''' exercise. Register for it under ITX8220, ITX8221 or ITC8112 (USE ONLY ONE CODE!) with professor Maennel as the instructor. There are limited slots, participation is strictly restricted to students who hold a passport issued by a Nato member country. The first meeting will be on 13 Feb 2017 at 18.00-20.30 in ICT-315. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/w/images/7/7e/LS17_Course_at_TTU.pdf More info here].
** There will be a Special Course on '''Historical Cryptosystems'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Aleksandr Lenin as instructor. The course will look at the history of cryptography and students will have first hand experience using and breaking things like substitution ciphers. More info coming soon.
** There will be a Special course for students who want to participate in the '''Student Challenge 9/12'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Hayretdin Bahsi as instructor. Emin Caliskan will serve as co-instructor. This is a competition that focuses on the strategic aspects of cyber security. Our aim is to send a student team to Switzerland later this spring, provided they pass the entry round. There will be limited slots. The lessons will take place in weeks 2,4,5,8,9,10 and 13 in room ICT 312 on Tuesdays between 18:00-20:30. Please enrol in [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=87 TTU Moodle Course Page].

* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course is 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall of 2016 ==
Rearranged with new items at the top.
* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* '''[[ITC8100 course page]] (Seminar)'''.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* '''ITX8220 Special Course in Digital Forensics''' will be offered in the second half of this semester. The instructor is Emin Caliskan. You can also declare it as ITX8221, if you have already taken ITX8220. The course will take place during the second half of the semester (weeks 9-16) on Tuesdays 1745-2100 in room ICT-403. There will be an intro brief on Tuesday the 13th of September at 1745 in ICT-315. The course will be available for both specializations as a special study course, but Forensics students have priority.
* '''ITX8090 Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations''' is scheduled for Tuesdays 1400-1715 in room ICT-312.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
* There is a new policy for handling academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty. It is currently available in Estonian in [http://www.ttu.ee/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond-1/it-tudengile/oppetookorraldus-3/vaaritu-kaitumise-menetlemise-kord/ here]. English version will follow soon.
* If you have a time conflict with a practice session and another lecture (for example, ITV8040 practice during ITC8100), then you can check the schedule for alternative practice sessions (IVCM11 / IVCM13).
* '''ITC8080 Hardening operating systems and services''' will not be offered this semester. It will be offered next year to second year students.
* '''ITX8080 Simulation of Attacks and Defense''' will not be offered this semester.
* Students who plan to specialize in '''Cryptography''' (in Tartu) should contact Rain Ottis ASAP.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.
* ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence), will run in the 2nd half of the semester (week 9-16). There will be an information session on Monday, 12 September at 17.45 in ITC-315, for all those students who are undecided if they want to take it or not. No content will be covered on 12 Sep, and attending this session is optional.

== Historic information from spring 2016 ==
Rearranged with new items at the top.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''June thesis defence''' candidates - please indicate your thesis topic by 01 FEB in Moodle. See the [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis] page for more details.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Lectures are on Mondays 1745-1915, practice on Tuesdays 1400-1530. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula. Fridays 1200-1530 in room ICT-315.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. For this semester, the course is on even week Wednesdays 1745-2100 in ICT-315. '''First lecture on 10 FEB at 2000-2100; 2nd lecture re-scheduled for spring (TBA)'''. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* '''[https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8060 ITC8061 Network Protocol Design]''' replaces ITC8060 (instructor: prof Olaf Maennel). ITC8061 will be '''6 ECTS''' (elective in Special Studies module, both specializations).
* [[ITC8111]] Special Course''' on '''Locked Shields''' will take place. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: Kaur Kasak.
* '''ITC8112 Special Course''' on '''current cyber security topics''' will take place in ICT-312 on odd week Wednesdays 1745-2015. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: dr Hayretdin Bahsi. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8112 Details] You can access to course information via [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=32 Moodle]
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' during first half of the semester on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 16 FEB, 01 MAR, 15 MAR, 29 MAR - total of 4 lectures. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). '''NB! First lecture now on 16 FEB. Monday lectures cancelled.'''
* '''MTAT.03.307 Secure Software Design''' will be available with a '''mostly remote study''' option (minimal travel needed) this semester. The first lecture in Tartu on 18 FEB is mandatory. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). [https://courses.cs.ut.ee/2016/ssd/spring Details]
* It is highly recommended that '''Digital Forensics students''' take at least one course from Tartu University (see the previous two bullets for possible candidates that require little or no travel).
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module than this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* If you took the Oxford course in the fall, you can get credit through the VÕTA system as IDU0402. More details from the Dean's office. It is suitable for Free or Special studies.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall 2015 ==

Note this is historic information for last semester and only may only used as reference.

* '''January thesis defence dates:'''
** 14 DEC - deadline for applying for defence in OIS (thesis code ITC70LT).
** 05 JAN - deadline for submitting your thesis for review.
** 18 JAN - thesis defence day.'''

* The new instructor for '''ITX8090''' (Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations) is Dr Andro Kull.

* If a course does not show up on your schedule:
** try a manual search for that specific course. Electives (especially from different departments) are often not added to the full schedule.
** wait. Some of them are not in the system yet, but this should be resolved by the end of this week.

* '''ITX8041''' (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security) is replaced by '''ITC8010''' (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters. For the fall semester of 2015 the course is given by Agnes Käsper. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8041.

* '''ITX8215''' (Digital Evidence) is replaced by '''HOE7023''' (same name); taught by Agnes Käsper. There are no significant changes to the content. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8215. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week for weeks 1-8 in U03-222 on Mondays at 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8062''' (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8050''' (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course will be given on odd weeks throughout the semester (previously taught on weeks 1-8). The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8062. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place on odd weeks throughout the semester in ICT-A1 on Wednesday 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8063''' (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8070''' (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8063. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in SOC-212 on Tuesday 1745-2100.'''

* If you enrolled in 2014 or earlier, then the replacement courses (see above) may not display in the correct modules. Do not worry about this, we will move them at the end of the semester. Just contact Rain Ottis during the exam session and let him know what the situation is.

* A special course on forensics takes place ('''ITX8220/ITX8221''' - you should pick a code that you have not used yet) in the second half of the semester. This will be a hands on course that is going to look at the forensics tools in Kali Linux. It is taught by Erika Matsak. If you consider taking it, you will have to sign up for it by September 10th. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in ICT-403 on Monday 1930-2100 and Thursday 1930-2100.'''

* The seminars [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 '''ITX8040''' and '''ITX8230'''] (depending on your focus) are taking place together on Tuesdays, 1600-1730 in room ICT-315. They are designed to help you with your thesis and should be taken on the third semester. However, you can also take it during your first semester, if you already have some idea about your thesis. You can only sign up for one seminar. If you have passed either one in the past, then you can attend, but not get credit for it.

* There will be a Special Course on Cyber Security ([https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8050 '''ITX8050''']) that focuses on national and international cyber security questions (policy/strategy level). The course is designed to prepare candidates for the Cyber Challenge, although there is no guarantee that those who pass the course actually get to go. Last year we sent a team to Switzerland and they did very well. This course will be run by Tiia Sõmer during the second half of the semester, on Thursday evenings at 1800-1930 in ICT-315.

* Information about '''language courses''' in [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ English] and in [http://www.ttu.ee/?id=14217 Estonian].

* '''IDN0110''' and '''ITX8080''' are not offered this semester.

2017-08-31T13:05:21Z

Rain: /* News for Fall 2017 */

== Accomodation ==

Campus information

To find your way around the TUT campus, please take a look at [https://www.ttu.ee/university/ttu-in-brief/ttu-campus/], there is also a map available there.

Accommodation

The dormitory situation in TUT is very tight, so please make sure you book your places well ahead.

The information how to book a place at the dormitories can be found [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/accommodation-4/ here]

'''For new students''', please make sure you file your applications on the '''1st of June!''' The system opens on June 1st, and the sooner you apply the higher you are in the queue. You should not file it earlier either because then your application will end in a pile with all other students, and it takes longer. Student can choose only two houses on the application, so have a look at different dormitory buildings here:[https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/student-residence/] Siidisaba building is located not in the campus, but in Kristiine area, which is closer to city centre, but away from university. Campus office will start giving out offers starting July 3. Have a look at the campus website: [https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/applicant/first-year-international-students/] For students who plan to move after Autumn semester, November is about the latest time when to file an application with CampusTTU. Please note that students who have not stayed in TUT dormitories can follow the link "Send application". Students who have previously stayed at the dormitories need to follow the link "e-kyla login" and file the application from there. You can send yourself a password reminder from the page.

== News for Fall 2017 ==
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* Slides from the new student intro brief on 30AUG17: [[Meedia:IVCM_intro_brief_2017.pdf]]
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2016 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
** '''IDK1011 (Introduction to Programming)''' is replaced by ICS0015 Fundamentals of Python.
** '''ITV8060 (Computer Network Security)''' is replaced by ITC8020 Computer Network Security. The new course is 6 ECTS.
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8042 (Malware)''' is replaced by ITC8120 Malware.
** '''ITX8060 (Malware II)''' is replaced by ITC8130 Malware II.
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' and '''ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence)''' are replaced by ITC8075 Information Systems Attacks and Defence. The new course is 6 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''TMJ0110 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)''' is replaced by TMJ3300 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== Studies ==

==== Administrative information ====

[http://www.ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-calendar-9/ Academic Calendar] in English

[http://www.ttu.ee/public/t/tudengile/oppeinfo/juhendid/Akad_kalender_15_16.pdf Academic Calendar] in Estonian (pdf)

[https://ois.ttu.ee/ Study portal]. See also:

* [https://ois.ttu.ee/video/english portal intro video]

* Navigate to the Cyber Security curriculum: click ENG on the right, Select Curricula on the left, Select by "structural units" under Curricula, Open (click to the little +) "Faculty of Information Technology", "10. IVCM09 IVCM09/13 Cybersecurity" in the middle table

* You must declare your courses for the semester by the so-called "red line" date, which is generally mid-September or mid-February, depending on the semester. Use the [http://ois.ttu.ee/pls/portal/ois2.ois_public.main OIS study portal] to declare courses.

* Please contact Dean's office for necessary passwords if you cannot log in with your ID-card and for any other kind of technical administrative help!

==== Course web sites ====

Please note that this is not a complete list.

* '''ITC8050''' [[ITC8050 | Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security]]

* '''ITV8060''' Computer Network Security (4 ECP) is available and free on Fall for second year students and can be moved to Specialization module after you have got a grade.

* '''ITX8040''' [http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 Cyber Defence seminar]

* '''ITX8042''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware]]

* '''ITX8050''' [[ITX8050 | Special Course in Cyber Security]]

* '''ITX8060''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware II]]

* '''ITX8062''' [[ITX8062 | Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8063''' [[ITX8063 | Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8071''' Cyber Defense Monitoring Solutions replaces the course ITX8070 Log Mining and Disc Forensics.

* '''ITX8090''' [[ITX8090 | Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations]]

* '''ITX8220/ITX8221''' [[ITX8220 | Special Course in Digital Forensics]]

* '''[[ITC8060]]''' [[ITC8060|Network Protocol Design.]]

The courses are free (the invoices are cancelled) to Cyber Security RE students and can be moved to Specialization module after you get a grade.

==== Sources for free choice courses ====

You can look for additional free choice courses from the following sources

Scan the [http://ois.ttu.ee OIS study portal] for available courses this semester (takes effort, but it is useful to learn to find your way in OIS). You can find all the courses given in English (timetables of all international programs) in TUT by looking at OIS -> Timetables -> click to GB flag in the center of the page.

You can take [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ some other language course] (French, German, Russian, Finnish) offered by the [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/ Language Centre] in addition to the courses (HLI2200, HLX8040) in your curriculum. Some of the alternative courses may not be free to study. In such a case OIS will give notice when you declare the course.

==== ITX8512 Practical Training in Information Technology ====
You can get credits if you have working experience in IT field. More information can be found here: [[ITX8512]]

== Thesis and graduation ==
The fourth semester is reserved for writing your thesis. This is a demonstration of your professional knowledge and skills, and the process typically involves the following steps (with the help of your supervisor):
* identify a problem that matters
* research possible solutions, and select or develop the most suitable one
* implement the solution
* analyze the results of your work
* present your work in a professional manner in written (thesis) and oral (thesis defence) form

[http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis information] - deadlines, proposed topics, requirements, etc.

== Scholarships ==

There are special IT-Academy scholarships available for Cyber Security students. The scholarships are awarded based on rank in admission and the study results in the previous semesters. You will have to apply for this scholarship on OIS and OIS will also tell you if you qualify for it. Check also: [http://www.ttu.ee/public/i/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/Tudengile/ITA/IT_Academy__stipend_M_english.docx statute of the scholarship], which is available on the faculty web site.

In addition, you can apply for [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/skype-scholarship Skype and IT Academy Master’s Scholarship] and [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/lhv-scholarship LHV Bank Scholarship].

== Contact ==
* [http://www.ttu.ee/?lang=en Tallinn University of Technology]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/ International Study Centre] will help you in the first steps at TUT and provides useful help along your studies.
** See also [http://www.ttu.ee/public/u/ulikool/kontakt/TTU_Campusekaart_juuli2010.pdf campus maps]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-information-technology/faculty-of-information-technology-1/home-2/ Faculty of Information Technology]
** Dean's Office of IT dept: room ICT-407, phone 6203528, email i@ttu.ee
** program coordinator Rain Ottis, rain.ottis@ttu.ee, room ICT-430, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
** research coordinator [http://www.ttu.ee/en/personnel-search/&kood=T0067160 Olaf Maennel], olaf.maennel@ttu.ee, ICT-420, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
* [http://www.ut.ee/en University of Tartu]
** [http://www.cs.ut.ee/en Institute of Computer Science]
** program coordinator [http://vvv.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/ Dominique Unruh]

== Historic information from Spring 2017 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* [[ITC8060|'''ITC8061 Network Protocol Design''']] (instructor: Olaf Maennel) will start Tue, 31 Jan at 14.00-15.30 in ICT-315.
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 14 FEB, 28FEB, 14MAR, 28MAR, 11APR, 2MAY, 9MAY, 16MAY. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS. The dates have been de-conflicted with ITC8050.
* '''Special Courses'''
** These special courses are suitable for your special studies module, regardless of your specialization. Once you pass the course, it can be moved to the special studies module.
** There will be a Special Course for students who want to participate in the '''Locked Shields 2017''' exercise. Register for it under ITX8220, ITX8221 or ITC8112 (USE ONLY ONE CODE!) with professor Maennel as the instructor. There are limited slots, participation is strictly restricted to students who hold a passport issued by a Nato member country. The first meeting will be on 13 Feb 2017 at 18.00-20.30 in ICT-315. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/w/images/7/7e/LS17_Course_at_TTU.pdf More info here].
** There will be a Special Course on '''Historical Cryptosystems'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Aleksandr Lenin as instructor. The course will look at the history of cryptography and students will have first hand experience using and breaking things like substitution ciphers. More info coming soon.
** There will be a Special course for students who want to participate in the '''Student Challenge 9/12'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Hayretdin Bahsi as instructor. Emin Caliskan will serve as co-instructor. This is a competition that focuses on the strategic aspects of cyber security. Our aim is to send a student team to Switzerland later this spring, provided they pass the entry round. There will be limited slots. The lessons will take place in weeks 2,4,5,8,9,10 and 13 in room ICT 312 on Tuesdays between 18:00-20:30. Please enrol in [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=87 TTU Moodle Course Page].

* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course is 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall of 2016 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* '''[[ITC8100 course page]] (Seminar)'''.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* '''ITX8220 Special Course in Digital Forensics''' will be offered in the second half of this semester. The instructor is Emin Caliskan. You can also declare it as ITX8221, if you have already taken ITX8220. The course will take place during the second half of the semester (weeks 9-16) on Tuesdays 1745-2100 in room ICT-403. There will be an intro brief on Tuesday the 13th of September at 1745 in ICT-315. The course will be available for both specializations as a special study course, but Forensics students have priority.
* '''ITX8090 Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations''' is scheduled for Tuesdays 1400-1715 in room ICT-312.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
* There is a new policy for handling academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty. It is currently available in Estonian in [http://www.ttu.ee/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond-1/it-tudengile/oppetookorraldus-3/vaaritu-kaitumise-menetlemise-kord/ here]. English version will follow soon.
* If you have a time conflict with a practice session and another lecture (for example, ITV8040 practice during ITC8100), then you can check the schedule for alternative practice sessions (IVCM11 / IVCM13).
* '''ITC8080 Hardening operating systems and services''' will not be offered this semester. It will be offered next year to second year students.
* '''ITX8080 Simulation of Attacks and Defense''' will not be offered this semester.
* Students who plan to specialize in '''Cryptography''' (in Tartu) should contact Rain Ottis ASAP.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.
* ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence), will run in the 2nd half of the semester (week 9-16). There will be an information session on Monday, 12 September at 17.45 in ITC-315, for all those students who are undecided if they want to take it or not. No content will be covered on 12 Sep, and attending this session is optional.

== Historic information from spring 2016 ==
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* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''June thesis defence''' candidates - please indicate your thesis topic by 01 FEB in Moodle. See the [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis] page for more details.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Lectures are on Mondays 1745-1915, practice on Tuesdays 1400-1530. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula. Fridays 1200-1530 in room ICT-315.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. For this semester, the course is on even week Wednesdays 1745-2100 in ICT-315. '''First lecture on 10 FEB at 2000-2100; 2nd lecture re-scheduled for spring (TBA)'''. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* '''[https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8060 ITC8061 Network Protocol Design]''' replaces ITC8060 (instructor: prof Olaf Maennel). ITC8061 will be '''6 ECTS''' (elective in Special Studies module, both specializations).
* [[ITC8111]] Special Course''' on '''Locked Shields''' will take place. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: Kaur Kasak.
* '''ITC8112 Special Course''' on '''current cyber security topics''' will take place in ICT-312 on odd week Wednesdays 1745-2015. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: dr Hayretdin Bahsi. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8112 Details] You can access to course information via [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=32 Moodle]
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' during first half of the semester on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 16 FEB, 01 MAR, 15 MAR, 29 MAR - total of 4 lectures. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). '''NB! First lecture now on 16 FEB. Monday lectures cancelled.'''
* '''MTAT.03.307 Secure Software Design''' will be available with a '''mostly remote study''' option (minimal travel needed) this semester. The first lecture in Tartu on 18 FEB is mandatory. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). [https://courses.cs.ut.ee/2016/ssd/spring Details]
* It is highly recommended that '''Digital Forensics students''' take at least one course from Tartu University (see the previous two bullets for possible candidates that require little or no travel).
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module than this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* If you took the Oxford course in the fall, you can get credit through the VÕTA system as IDU0402. More details from the Dean's office. It is suitable for Free or Special studies.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall 2015 ==

Note this is historic information for last semester and only may only used as reference.

* '''January thesis defence dates:'''
** 14 DEC - deadline for applying for defence in OIS (thesis code ITC70LT).
** 05 JAN - deadline for submitting your thesis for review.
** 18 JAN - thesis defence day.'''

* The new instructor for '''ITX8090''' (Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations) is Dr Andro Kull.

* If a course does not show up on your schedule:
** try a manual search for that specific course. Electives (especially from different departments) are often not added to the full schedule.
** wait. Some of them are not in the system yet, but this should be resolved by the end of this week.

* '''ITX8041''' (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security) is replaced by '''ITC8010''' (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters. For the fall semester of 2015 the course is given by Agnes Käsper. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8041.

* '''ITX8215''' (Digital Evidence) is replaced by '''HOE7023''' (same name); taught by Agnes Käsper. There are no significant changes to the content. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8215. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week for weeks 1-8 in U03-222 on Mondays at 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8062''' (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8050''' (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course will be given on odd weeks throughout the semester (previously taught on weeks 1-8). The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8062. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place on odd weeks throughout the semester in ICT-A1 on Wednesday 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8063''' (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8070''' (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8063. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in SOC-212 on Tuesday 1745-2100.'''

* If you enrolled in 2014 or earlier, then the replacement courses (see above) may not display in the correct modules. Do not worry about this, we will move them at the end of the semester. Just contact Rain Ottis during the exam session and let him know what the situation is.

* A special course on forensics takes place ('''ITX8220/ITX8221''' - you should pick a code that you have not used yet) in the second half of the semester. This will be a hands on course that is going to look at the forensics tools in Kali Linux. It is taught by Erika Matsak. If you consider taking it, you will have to sign up for it by September 10th. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in ICT-403 on Monday 1930-2100 and Thursday 1930-2100.'''

* The seminars [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 '''ITX8040''' and '''ITX8230'''] (depending on your focus) are taking place together on Tuesdays, 1600-1730 in room ICT-315. They are designed to help you with your thesis and should be taken on the third semester. However, you can also take it during your first semester, if you already have some idea about your thesis. You can only sign up for one seminar. If you have passed either one in the past, then you can attend, but not get credit for it.

* There will be a Special Course on Cyber Security ([https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8050 '''ITX8050''']) that focuses on national and international cyber security questions (policy/strategy level). The course is designed to prepare candidates for the Cyber Challenge, although there is no guarantee that those who pass the course actually get to go. Last year we sent a team to Switzerland and they did very well. This course will be run by Tiia Sõmer during the second half of the semester, on Thursday evenings at 1800-1930 in ICT-315.

* Information about '''language courses''' in [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ English] and in [http://www.ttu.ee/?id=14217 Estonian].

* '''IDN0110''' and '''ITX8080''' are not offered this semester.

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== Accomodation ==

Campus information

To find your way around the TUT campus, please take a look at [https://www.ttu.ee/university/ttu-in-brief/ttu-campus/], there is also a map available there.

Accommodation

The dormitory situation in TUT is very tight, so please make sure you book your places well ahead.

The information how to book a place at the dormitories can be found [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/accommodation-4/ here]

'''For new students''', please make sure you file your applications on the '''1st of June!''' The system opens on June 1st, and the sooner you apply the higher you are in the queue. You should not file it earlier either because then your application will end in a pile with all other students, and it takes longer. Student can choose only two houses on the application, so have a look at different dormitory buildings here:[https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/student-residence/] Siidisaba building is located not in the campus, but in Kristiine area, which is closer to city centre, but away from university. Campus office will start giving out offers starting July 3. Have a look at the campus website: [https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/applicant/first-year-international-students/] For students who plan to move after Autumn semester, November is about the latest time when to file an application with CampusTTU. Please note that students who have not stayed in TUT dormitories can follow the link "Send application". Students who have previously stayed at the dormitories need to follow the link "e-kyla login" and file the application from there. You can send yourself a password reminder from the page.

== News for Fall 2017 ==
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* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2016 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
** '''IDK1011 (Introduction to Programming)''' is replaced by ICS0015 Fundamentals of Python.
** '''ITV8060 (Computer Network Security)''' is replaced by ITC8020 Computer Network Security. The new course is 6 ECTS.
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8042 (Malware)''' is replaced by ITC8120 Malware.
** '''ITX8060 (Malware II)''' is replaced by ITC8130 Malware II.
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' and '''ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence)''' are replaced by ITC8075 Information Systems Attacks and Defence. The new course is 6 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''TMJ0110 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)''' is replaced by TMJ3300 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== Studies ==

==== Administrative information ====

[http://www.ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-calendar-9/ Academic Calendar] in English

[http://www.ttu.ee/public/t/tudengile/oppeinfo/juhendid/Akad_kalender_15_16.pdf Academic Calendar] in Estonian (pdf)

[https://ois.ttu.ee/ Study portal]. See also:

* [https://ois.ttu.ee/video/english portal intro video]

* Navigate to the Cyber Security curriculum: click ENG on the right, Select Curricula on the left, Select by "structural units" under Curricula, Open (click to the little +) "Faculty of Information Technology", "10. IVCM09 IVCM09/13 Cybersecurity" in the middle table

* You must declare your courses for the semester by the so-called "red line" date, which is generally mid-September or mid-February, depending on the semester. Use the [http://ois.ttu.ee/pls/portal/ois2.ois_public.main OIS study portal] to declare courses.

* Please contact Dean's office for necessary passwords if you cannot log in with your ID-card and for any other kind of technical administrative help!

==== Course web sites ====

Please note that this is not a complete list.

* '''ITC8050''' [[ITC8050 | Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security]]

* '''ITV8060''' Computer Network Security (4 ECP) is available and free on Fall for second year students and can be moved to Specialization module after you have got a grade.

* '''ITX8040''' [http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 Cyber Defence seminar]

* '''ITX8042''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware]]

* '''ITX8050''' [[ITX8050 | Special Course in Cyber Security]]

* '''ITX8060''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware II]]

* '''ITX8062''' [[ITX8062 | Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8063''' [[ITX8063 | Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8071''' Cyber Defense Monitoring Solutions replaces the course ITX8070 Log Mining and Disc Forensics.

* '''ITX8090''' [[ITX8090 | Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations]]

* '''ITX8220/ITX8221''' [[ITX8220 | Special Course in Digital Forensics]]

* '''[[ITC8060]]''' [[ITC8060|Network Protocol Design.]]

The courses are free (the invoices are cancelled) to Cyber Security RE students and can be moved to Specialization module after you get a grade.

==== Sources for free choice courses ====

You can look for additional free choice courses from the following sources

Scan the [http://ois.ttu.ee OIS study portal] for available courses this semester (takes effort, but it is useful to learn to find your way in OIS). You can find all the courses given in English (timetables of all international programs) in TUT by looking at OIS -> Timetables -> click to GB flag in the center of the page.

You can take [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ some other language course] (French, German, Russian, Finnish) offered by the [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/ Language Centre] in addition to the courses (HLI2200, HLX8040) in your curriculum. Some of the alternative courses may not be free to study. In such a case OIS will give notice when you declare the course.

==== ITX8512 Practical Training in Information Technology ====
You can get credits if you have working experience in IT field. More information can be found here: [[ITX8512]]

== Thesis and graduation ==
The fourth semester is reserved for writing your thesis. This is a demonstration of your professional knowledge and skills, and the process typically involves the following steps (with the help of your supervisor):
* identify a problem that matters
* research possible solutions, and select or develop the most suitable one
* implement the solution
* analyze the results of your work
* present your work in a professional manner in written (thesis) and oral (thesis defence) form

[http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis information] - deadlines, proposed topics, requirements, etc.

== Scholarships ==

There are special IT-Academy scholarships available for Cyber Security students. The scholarships are awarded based on rank in admission and the study results in the previous semesters. You will have to apply for this scholarship on OIS and OIS will also tell you if you qualify for it. Check also: [http://www.ttu.ee/public/i/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/Tudengile/ITA/IT_Academy__stipend_M_english.docx statute of the scholarship], which is available on the faculty web site.

In addition, you can apply for [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/skype-scholarship Skype and IT Academy Master’s Scholarship] and [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/lhv-scholarship LHV Bank Scholarship].

== Contact ==
* [http://www.ttu.ee/?lang=en Tallinn University of Technology]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/ International Study Centre] will help you in the first steps at TUT and provides useful help along your studies.
** See also [http://www.ttu.ee/public/u/ulikool/kontakt/TTU_Campusekaart_juuli2010.pdf campus maps]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-information-technology/faculty-of-information-technology-1/home-2/ Faculty of Information Technology]
** Dean's Office of IT dept: room ICT-407, phone 6203528, email i@ttu.ee
** program coordinator Rain Ottis, rain.ottis@ttu.ee, room ICT-430, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
** research coordinator [http://www.ttu.ee/en/personnel-search/&kood=T0067160 Olaf Maennel], olaf.maennel@ttu.ee, ICT-420, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
* [http://www.ut.ee/en University of Tartu]
** [http://www.cs.ut.ee/en Institute of Computer Science]
** program coordinator [http://vvv.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/ Dominique Unruh]

== Historic information from Spring 2017 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* [[ITC8060|'''ITC8061 Network Protocol Design''']] (instructor: Olaf Maennel) will start Tue, 31 Jan at 14.00-15.30 in ICT-315.
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 14 FEB, 28FEB, 14MAR, 28MAR, 11APR, 2MAY, 9MAY, 16MAY. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS. The dates have been de-conflicted with ITC8050.
* '''Special Courses'''
** These special courses are suitable for your special studies module, regardless of your specialization. Once you pass the course, it can be moved to the special studies module.
** There will be a Special Course for students who want to participate in the '''Locked Shields 2017''' exercise. Register for it under ITX8220, ITX8221 or ITC8112 (USE ONLY ONE CODE!) with professor Maennel as the instructor. There are limited slots, participation is strictly restricted to students who hold a passport issued by a Nato member country. The first meeting will be on 13 Feb 2017 at 18.00-20.30 in ICT-315. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/w/images/7/7e/LS17_Course_at_TTU.pdf More info here].
** There will be a Special Course on '''Historical Cryptosystems'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Aleksandr Lenin as instructor. The course will look at the history of cryptography and students will have first hand experience using and breaking things like substitution ciphers. More info coming soon.
** There will be a Special course for students who want to participate in the '''Student Challenge 9/12'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Hayretdin Bahsi as instructor. Emin Caliskan will serve as co-instructor. This is a competition that focuses on the strategic aspects of cyber security. Our aim is to send a student team to Switzerland later this spring, provided they pass the entry round. There will be limited slots. The lessons will take place in weeks 2,4,5,8,9,10 and 13 in room ICT 312 on Tuesdays between 18:00-20:30. Please enrol in [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=87 TTU Moodle Course Page].

* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course is 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall of 2016 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* '''[[ITC8100 course page]] (Seminar)'''.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* '''ITX8220 Special Course in Digital Forensics''' will be offered in the second half of this semester. The instructor is Emin Caliskan. You can also declare it as ITX8221, if you have already taken ITX8220. The course will take place during the second half of the semester (weeks 9-16) on Tuesdays 1745-2100 in room ICT-403. There will be an intro brief on Tuesday the 13th of September at 1745 in ICT-315. The course will be available for both specializations as a special study course, but Forensics students have priority.
* '''ITX8090 Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations''' is scheduled for Tuesdays 1400-1715 in room ICT-312.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
* There is a new policy for handling academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty. It is currently available in Estonian in [http://www.ttu.ee/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond-1/it-tudengile/oppetookorraldus-3/vaaritu-kaitumise-menetlemise-kord/ here]. English version will follow soon.
* If you have a time conflict with a practice session and another lecture (for example, ITV8040 practice during ITC8100), then you can check the schedule for alternative practice sessions (IVCM11 / IVCM13).
* '''ITC8080 Hardening operating systems and services''' will not be offered this semester. It will be offered next year to second year students.
* '''ITX8080 Simulation of Attacks and Defense''' will not be offered this semester.
* Students who plan to specialize in '''Cryptography''' (in Tartu) should contact Rain Ottis ASAP.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.
* ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence), will run in the 2nd half of the semester (week 9-16). There will be an information session on Monday, 12 September at 17.45 in ITC-315, for all those students who are undecided if they want to take it or not. No content will be covered on 12 Sep, and attending this session is optional.

== Historic information from spring 2016 ==
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* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''June thesis defence''' candidates - please indicate your thesis topic by 01 FEB in Moodle. See the [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis] page for more details.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Lectures are on Mondays 1745-1915, practice on Tuesdays 1400-1530. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula. Fridays 1200-1530 in room ICT-315.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. For this semester, the course is on even week Wednesdays 1745-2100 in ICT-315. '''First lecture on 10 FEB at 2000-2100; 2nd lecture re-scheduled for spring (TBA)'''. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* '''[https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8060 ITC8061 Network Protocol Design]''' replaces ITC8060 (instructor: prof Olaf Maennel). ITC8061 will be '''6 ECTS''' (elective in Special Studies module, both specializations).
* [[ITC8111]] Special Course''' on '''Locked Shields''' will take place. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: Kaur Kasak.
* '''ITC8112 Special Course''' on '''current cyber security topics''' will take place in ICT-312 on odd week Wednesdays 1745-2015. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: dr Hayretdin Bahsi. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8112 Details] You can access to course information via [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=32 Moodle]
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' during first half of the semester on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 16 FEB, 01 MAR, 15 MAR, 29 MAR - total of 4 lectures. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). '''NB! First lecture now on 16 FEB. Monday lectures cancelled.'''
* '''MTAT.03.307 Secure Software Design''' will be available with a '''mostly remote study''' option (minimal travel needed) this semester. The first lecture in Tartu on 18 FEB is mandatory. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). [https://courses.cs.ut.ee/2016/ssd/spring Details]
* It is highly recommended that '''Digital Forensics students''' take at least one course from Tartu University (see the previous two bullets for possible candidates that require little or no travel).
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module than this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* If you took the Oxford course in the fall, you can get credit through the VÕTA system as IDU0402. More details from the Dean's office. It is suitable for Free or Special studies.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall 2015 ==

Note this is historic information for last semester and only may only used as reference.

* '''January thesis defence dates:'''
** 14 DEC - deadline for applying for defence in OIS (thesis code ITC70LT).
** 05 JAN - deadline for submitting your thesis for review.
** 18 JAN - thesis defence day.'''

* The new instructor for '''ITX8090''' (Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations) is Dr Andro Kull.

* If a course does not show up on your schedule:
** try a manual search for that specific course. Electives (especially from different departments) are often not added to the full schedule.
** wait. Some of them are not in the system yet, but this should be resolved by the end of this week.

* '''ITX8041''' (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security) is replaced by '''ITC8010''' (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters. For the fall semester of 2015 the course is given by Agnes Käsper. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8041.

* '''ITX8215''' (Digital Evidence) is replaced by '''HOE7023''' (same name); taught by Agnes Käsper. There are no significant changes to the content. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8215. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week for weeks 1-8 in U03-222 on Mondays at 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8062''' (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8050''' (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course will be given on odd weeks throughout the semester (previously taught on weeks 1-8). The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8062. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place on odd weeks throughout the semester in ICT-A1 on Wednesday 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8063''' (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8070''' (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8063. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in SOC-212 on Tuesday 1745-2100.'''

* If you enrolled in 2014 or earlier, then the replacement courses (see above) may not display in the correct modules. Do not worry about this, we will move them at the end of the semester. Just contact Rain Ottis during the exam session and let him know what the situation is.

* A special course on forensics takes place ('''ITX8220/ITX8221''' - you should pick a code that you have not used yet) in the second half of the semester. This will be a hands on course that is going to look at the forensics tools in Kali Linux. It is taught by Erika Matsak. If you consider taking it, you will have to sign up for it by September 10th. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in ICT-403 on Monday 1930-2100 and Thursday 1930-2100.'''

* The seminars [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 '''ITX8040''' and '''ITX8230'''] (depending on your focus) are taking place together on Tuesdays, 1600-1730 in room ICT-315. They are designed to help you with your thesis and should be taken on the third semester. However, you can also take it during your first semester, if you already have some idea about your thesis. You can only sign up for one seminar. If you have passed either one in the past, then you can attend, but not get credit for it.

* There will be a Special Course on Cyber Security ([https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8050 '''ITX8050''']) that focuses on national and international cyber security questions (policy/strategy level). The course is designed to prepare candidates for the Cyber Challenge, although there is no guarantee that those who pass the course actually get to go. Last year we sent a team to Switzerland and they did very well. This course will be run by Tiia Sõmer during the second half of the semester, on Thursday evenings at 1800-1930 in ICT-315.

* Information about '''language courses''' in [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ English] and in [http://www.ttu.ee/?id=14217 Estonian].

* '''IDN0110''' and '''ITX8080''' are not offered this semester.

Cyber

2017-08-30T10:04:44Z

Rain: /* History for Spring 2017 */

== Accomodation ==

Campus information

To find your way around the TUT campus, please take a look at [https://www.ttu.ee/university/ttu-in-brief/ttu-campus/], there is also a map available there.

Accommodation

The dormitory situation in TUT is very tight, so please make sure you book your places well ahead.

The information how to book a place at the dormitories can be found [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/accommodation-4/ here]

'''For new students''', please make sure you file your applications on the '''1st of June!''' The system opens on June 1st, and the sooner you apply the higher you are in the queue. You should not file it earlier either because then your application will end in a pile with all other students, and it takes longer. Student can choose only two houses on the application, so have a look at different dormitory buildings here:[https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/student-residence/] Siidisaba building is located not in the campus, but in Kristiine area, which is closer to city centre, but away from university. Campus office will start giving out offers starting July 3. Have a look at the campus website: [https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/applicant/first-year-international-students/] For students who plan to move after Autumn semester, November is about the latest time when to file an application with CampusTTU. Please note that students who have not stayed in TUT dormitories can follow the link "Send application". Students who have previously stayed at the dormitories need to follow the link "e-kyla login" and file the application from there. You can send yourself a password reminder from the page.

== News for Fall 2017 ==
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* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2016 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
** '''IDK1011 (Introduction to Programming)''' is replaced by ICS0015 Fundamentals of Python.
** '''ITV8060 (Computer Network Security)''' is replaced by ITC8020 Computer Network Security. The new course is 6 ECTS.
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8042 (Malware)''' is replaced by ITC8120 Malware.
** '''ITX8060 (Malware II)''' is replaced by ITC8130 Malware II.
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' and '''ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence)''' are replaced by ITC8075 Information Systems Attacks and Defence. The new course is 6 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''TMJ0110 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)''' is replaced by TMJ3300 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== Studies ==

==== Administrative information ====

[http://www.ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-calendar-9/ Academic Calendar] in English

[http://www.ttu.ee/public/t/tudengile/oppeinfo/juhendid/Akad_kalender_15_16.pdf Academic Calendar] in Estonian (pdf)

[https://ois.ttu.ee/ Study portal]. See also:

* [https://ois.ttu.ee/video/english portal intro video]

* Navigate to the Cyber Security curriculum: click ENG on the right, Select Curricula on the left, Select by "structural units" under Curricula, Open (click to the little +) "Faculty of Information Technology", "10. IVCM09 IVCM09/13 Cybersecurity" in the middle table

* You must declare your courses for the semester by the so-called "red line" date, which is generally mid-September or mid-February, depending on the semester. Use the [http://ois.ttu.ee/pls/portal/ois2.ois_public.main OIS study portal] to declare courses.

* Please contact Dean's office for necessary passwords if you cannot log in with your ID-card and for any other kind of technical administrative help!

==== Course web sites ====

Please note that this is not a complete list.

* '''ITC8050''' [[ITC8050 | Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security]]

* '''ITV8060''' Computer Network Security (4 ECP) is available and free on Fall for second year students and can be moved to Specialization module after you have got a grade.

* '''ITX8040''' [http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 Cyber Defence seminar]

* '''ITX8042''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware]]

* '''ITX8050''' [[ITX8050 | Special Course in Cyber Security]]

* '''ITX8060''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware II]]

* '''ITX8062''' [[ITX8062 | Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8063''' [[ITX8063 | Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8071''' Cyber Defense Monitoring Solutions replaces the course ITX8070 Log Mining and Disc Forensics.

* '''ITX8090''' [[ITX8090 | Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations]]

* '''ITX8220/ITX8221''' [[ITX8220 | Special Course in Digital Forensics]]

* '''[[ITC8060]]''' [[ITC8060|Network Protocol Design.]]

The courses are free (the invoices are cancelled) to Cyber Security RE students and can be moved to Specialization module after you get a grade.

==== Sources for free choice courses ====

You can look for additional free choice courses from the following sources

Scan the [http://ois.ttu.ee OIS study portal] for available courses this semester (takes effort, but it is useful to learn to find your way in OIS). You can find all the courses given in English (timetables of all international programs) in TUT by looking at OIS -> Timetables -> click to GB flag in the center of the page.

You can take [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ some other language course] (French, German, Russian, Finnish) offered by the [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/ Language Centre] in addition to the courses (HLI2200, HLX8040) in your curriculum. Some of the alternative courses may not be free to study. In such a case OIS will give notice when you declare the course.

==== ITX8512 Practical Training in Information Technology ====
You can get credits if you have working experience in IT field. More information can be found here: [[ITX8512]]

== Thesis and graduation ==
The fourth semester is reserved for writing your thesis. This is a demonstration of your professional knowledge and skills, and the process typically involves the following steps (with the help of your supervisor):
* identify a problem that matters
* research possible solutions, and select or develop the most suitable one
* implement the solution
* analyze the results of your work
* present your work in a professional manner in written (thesis) and oral (thesis defence) form

[http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis information] - deadlines, proposed topics, requirements, etc.

== Scholarships ==

There are special IT-Academy scholarships available for Cyber Security students. The scholarships are awarded based on rank in admission and the study results in the previous semesters. You will have to apply for this scholarship on OIS and OIS will also tell you if you qualify for it. Check also: [http://www.ttu.ee/public/i/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/Tudengile/ITA/IT_Academy__stipend_M_english.docx statute of the scholarship], which is available on the faculty web site.

In addition, you can apply for [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/skype-scholarship Skype and IT Academy Master’s Scholarship] and [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/lhv-scholarship LHV Bank Scholarship].

== Contact ==
* [http://www.ttu.ee/?lang=en Tallinn University of Technology]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/ International Study Centre] will help you in the first steps at TUT and provides useful help along your studies.
** See also [http://www.ttu.ee/public/u/ulikool/kontakt/TTU_Campusekaart_juuli2010.pdf campus maps]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-information-technology/faculty-of-information-technology-1/home-2/ Faculty of Information Technology]
** Dean's Office of IT dept: room ICT-407, phone 6203528, email i@ttu.ee
** program coordinator Rain Ottis, rain.ottis@ttu.ee, room ICT-430, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
** research coordinator [http://www.ttu.ee/en/personnel-search/&kood=T0067160 Olaf Maennel], olaf.maennel@ttu.ee, ICT-420, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
* [http://www.ut.ee/en University of Tartu]
** [http://www.cs.ut.ee/en Institute of Computer Science]
** program coordinator [http://vvv.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/ Dominique Unruh]

== Historic information from fall of 2016 ==
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* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* '''[[ITC8100 course page]] (Seminar)'''.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* '''ITX8220 Special Course in Digital Forensics''' will be offered in the second half of this semester. The instructor is Emin Caliskan. You can also declare it as ITX8221, if you have already taken ITX8220. The course will take place during the second half of the semester (weeks 9-16) on Tuesdays 1745-2100 in room ICT-403. There will be an intro brief on Tuesday the 13th of September at 1745 in ICT-315. The course will be available for both specializations as a special study course, but Forensics students have priority.
* '''ITX8090 Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations''' is scheduled for Tuesdays 1400-1715 in room ICT-312.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
* There is a new policy for handling academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty. It is currently available in Estonian in [http://www.ttu.ee/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond-1/it-tudengile/oppetookorraldus-3/vaaritu-kaitumise-menetlemise-kord/ here]. English version will follow soon.
* If you have a time conflict with a practice session and another lecture (for example, ITV8040 practice during ITC8100), then you can check the schedule for alternative practice sessions (IVCM11 / IVCM13).
* '''ITC8080 Hardening operating systems and services''' will not be offered this semester. It will be offered next year to second year students.
* '''ITX8080 Simulation of Attacks and Defense''' will not be offered this semester.
* Students who plan to specialize in '''Cryptography''' (in Tartu) should contact Rain Ottis ASAP.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.
* ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence), will run in the 2nd half of the semester (week 9-16). There will be an information session on Monday, 12 September at 17.45 in ITC-315, for all those students who are undecided if they want to take it or not. No content will be covered on 12 Sep, and attending this session is optional.

== Historic information from spring 2016 ==
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* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''June thesis defence''' candidates - please indicate your thesis topic by 01 FEB in Moodle. See the [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis] page for more details.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Lectures are on Mondays 1745-1915, practice on Tuesdays 1400-1530. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula. Fridays 1200-1530 in room ICT-315.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. For this semester, the course is on even week Wednesdays 1745-2100 in ICT-315. '''First lecture on 10 FEB at 2000-2100; 2nd lecture re-scheduled for spring (TBA)'''. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* '''[https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8060 ITC8061 Network Protocol Design]''' replaces ITC8060 (instructor: prof Olaf Maennel). ITC8061 will be '''6 ECTS''' (elective in Special Studies module, both specializations).
* [[ITC8111]] Special Course''' on '''Locked Shields''' will take place. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: Kaur Kasak.
* '''ITC8112 Special Course''' on '''current cyber security topics''' will take place in ICT-312 on odd week Wednesdays 1745-2015. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: dr Hayretdin Bahsi. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8112 Details] You can access to course information via [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=32 Moodle]
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' during first half of the semester on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 16 FEB, 01 MAR, 15 MAR, 29 MAR - total of 4 lectures. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). '''NB! First lecture now on 16 FEB. Monday lectures cancelled.'''
* '''MTAT.03.307 Secure Software Design''' will be available with a '''mostly remote study''' option (minimal travel needed) this semester. The first lecture in Tartu on 18 FEB is mandatory. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). [https://courses.cs.ut.ee/2016/ssd/spring Details]
* It is highly recommended that '''Digital Forensics students''' take at least one course from Tartu University (see the previous two bullets for possible candidates that require little or no travel).
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module than this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* If you took the Oxford course in the fall, you can get credit through the VÕTA system as IDU0402. More details from the Dean's office. It is suitable for Free or Special studies.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall 2015 ==

Note this is historic information for last semester and only may only used as reference.

* '''January thesis defence dates:'''
** 14 DEC - deadline for applying for defence in OIS (thesis code ITC70LT).
** 05 JAN - deadline for submitting your thesis for review.
** 18 JAN - thesis defence day.'''

* The new instructor for '''ITX8090''' (Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations) is Dr Andro Kull.

* If a course does not show up on your schedule:
** try a manual search for that specific course. Electives (especially from different departments) are often not added to the full schedule.
** wait. Some of them are not in the system yet, but this should be resolved by the end of this week.

* '''ITX8041''' (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security) is replaced by '''ITC8010''' (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters. For the fall semester of 2015 the course is given by Agnes Käsper. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8041.

* '''ITX8215''' (Digital Evidence) is replaced by '''HOE7023''' (same name); taught by Agnes Käsper. There are no significant changes to the content. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8215. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week for weeks 1-8 in U03-222 on Mondays at 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8062''' (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8050''' (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course will be given on odd weeks throughout the semester (previously taught on weeks 1-8). The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8062. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place on odd weeks throughout the semester in ICT-A1 on Wednesday 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8063''' (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8070''' (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8063. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in SOC-212 on Tuesday 1745-2100.'''

* If you enrolled in 2014 or earlier, then the replacement courses (see above) may not display in the correct modules. Do not worry about this, we will move them at the end of the semester. Just contact Rain Ottis during the exam session and let him know what the situation is.

* A special course on forensics takes place ('''ITX8220/ITX8221''' - you should pick a code that you have not used yet) in the second half of the semester. This will be a hands on course that is going to look at the forensics tools in Kali Linux. It is taught by Erika Matsak. If you consider taking it, you will have to sign up for it by September 10th. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in ICT-403 on Monday 1930-2100 and Thursday 1930-2100.'''

* The seminars [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 '''ITX8040''' and '''ITX8230'''] (depending on your focus) are taking place together on Tuesdays, 1600-1730 in room ICT-315. They are designed to help you with your thesis and should be taken on the third semester. However, you can also take it during your first semester, if you already have some idea about your thesis. You can only sign up for one seminar. If you have passed either one in the past, then you can attend, but not get credit for it.

* There will be a Special Course on Cyber Security ([https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8050 '''ITX8050''']) that focuses on national and international cyber security questions (policy/strategy level). The course is designed to prepare candidates for the Cyber Challenge, although there is no guarantee that those who pass the course actually get to go. Last year we sent a team to Switzerland and they did very well. This course will be run by Tiia Sõmer during the second half of the semester, on Thursday evenings at 1800-1930 in ICT-315.

* Information about '''language courses''' in [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ English] and in [http://www.ttu.ee/?id=14217 Estonian].

* '''IDN0110''' and '''ITX8080''' are not offered this semester.

Cyber

2017-08-30T10:04:13Z

Rain: /* News for Spring 2017 */

== Accomodation ==

Campus information

To find your way around the TUT campus, please take a look at [https://www.ttu.ee/university/ttu-in-brief/ttu-campus/], there is also a map available there.

Accommodation

The dormitory situation in TUT is very tight, so please make sure you book your places well ahead.

The information how to book a place at the dormitories can be found [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/accommodation-4/ here]

'''For new students''', please make sure you file your applications on the '''1st of June!''' The system opens on June 1st, and the sooner you apply the higher you are in the queue. You should not file it earlier either because then your application will end in a pile with all other students, and it takes longer. Student can choose only two houses on the application, so have a look at different dormitory buildings here:[https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/student-residence/] Siidisaba building is located not in the campus, but in Kristiine area, which is closer to city centre, but away from university. Campus office will start giving out offers starting July 3. Have a look at the campus website: [https://www.ttu.ee/organizations/campus/applicant/first-year-international-students/] For students who plan to move after Autumn semester, November is about the latest time when to file an application with CampusTTU. Please note that students who have not stayed in TUT dormitories can follow the link "Send application". Students who have previously stayed at the dormitories need to follow the link "e-kyla login" and file the application from there. You can send yourself a password reminder from the page.

== News for Fall 2017 ==
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* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2016 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
** '''IDK1011 (Introduction to Programming)''' is replaced by ICS0015 Fundamentals of Python.
** '''ITV8060 (Computer Network Security)''' is replaced by ITC8020 Computer Network Security. The new course is 6 ECTS.
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8042 (Malware)''' is replaced by ITC8120 Malware.
** '''ITX8060 (Malware II)''' is replaced by ITC8130 Malware II.
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' and '''ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence)''' are replaced by ITC8075 Information Systems Attacks and Defence. The new course is 6 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''TMJ0110 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)''' is replaced by TMJ3300 Entrepreneurship and Business Planning.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Siiri Taveter if you need to move a replacement course to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.

== History for Spring 2017 ==
Rearranged with new items at the top.
* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* [[ITC8060|'''ITC8061 Network Protocol Design''']] (instructor: Olaf Maennel) will start Tue, 31 Jan at 14.00-15.30 in ICT-315.
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 14 FEB, 28FEB, 14MAR, 28MAR, 11APR, 2MAY, 9MAY, 16MAY. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS. The dates have been de-conflicted with ITC8050.
* '''Special Courses'''
** These special courses are suitable for your special studies module, regardless of your specialization. Once you pass the course, it can be moved to the special studies module.
** There will be a Special Course for students who want to participate in the '''Locked Shields 2017''' exercise. Register for it under ITX8220, ITX8221 or ITC8112 (USE ONLY ONE CODE!) with professor Maennel as the instructor. There are limited slots, participation is strictly restricted to students who hold a passport issued by a Nato member country. The first meeting will be on 13 Feb 2017 at 18.00-20.30 in ICT-315. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/w/images/7/7e/LS17_Course_at_TTU.pdf More info here].
** There will be a Special Course on '''Historical Cryptosystems'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Aleksandr Lenin as instructor. The course will look at the history of cryptography and students will have first hand experience using and breaking things like substitution ciphers. More info coming soon.
** There will be a Special course for students who want to participate in the '''Student Challenge 9/12'''. You can register for it under ITC8111 or ITC8112 with dr Hayretdin Bahsi as instructor. Emin Caliskan will serve as co-instructor. This is a competition that focuses on the strategic aspects of cyber security. Our aim is to send a student team to Switzerland later this spring, provided they pass the entry round. There will be limited slots. The lessons will take place in weeks 2,4,5,8,9,10 and 13 in room ICT 312 on Tuesdays between 18:00-20:30. Please enrol in [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=87 TTU Moodle Course Page].

* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this semester, you can take it in the next one.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course is 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
** Once you pass the replacement course, contact the Dean's Office to move it to the correct module.
* The [http://www.ttu.ee/faculties/school-of-information-technologies/it-studies/organization-of-studies-2/procedure-for-processing-contemptible-behavior/ policy for handling academic dishonesty] (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Cryptography) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Studies ==

==== Administrative information ====

[http://www.ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-calendar-9/ Academic Calendar] in English

[http://www.ttu.ee/public/t/tudengile/oppeinfo/juhendid/Akad_kalender_15_16.pdf Academic Calendar] in Estonian (pdf)

[https://ois.ttu.ee/ Study portal]. See also:

* [https://ois.ttu.ee/video/english portal intro video]

* Navigate to the Cyber Security curriculum: click ENG on the right, Select Curricula on the left, Select by "structural units" under Curricula, Open (click to the little +) "Faculty of Information Technology", "10. IVCM09 IVCM09/13 Cybersecurity" in the middle table

* You must declare your courses for the semester by the so-called "red line" date, which is generally mid-September or mid-February, depending on the semester. Use the [http://ois.ttu.ee/pls/portal/ois2.ois_public.main OIS study portal] to declare courses.

* Please contact Dean's office for necessary passwords if you cannot log in with your ID-card and for any other kind of technical administrative help!

==== Course web sites ====

Please note that this is not a complete list.

* '''ITC8050''' [[ITC8050 | Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security]]

* '''ITV8060''' Computer Network Security (4 ECP) is available and free on Fall for second year students and can be moved to Specialization module after you have got a grade.

* '''ITX8040''' [http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 Cyber Defence seminar]

* '''ITX8042''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware]]

* '''ITX8050''' [[ITX8050 | Special Course in Cyber Security]]

* '''ITX8060''' [[Malware:ITX8042:2014 | 2014 Malware II]]

* '''ITX8062''' [[ITX8062 | Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8063''' [[ITX8063 | Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence]]

* '''ITX8071''' Cyber Defense Monitoring Solutions replaces the course ITX8070 Log Mining and Disc Forensics.

* '''ITX8090''' [[ITX8090 | Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations]]

* '''ITX8220/ITX8221''' [[ITX8220 | Special Course in Digital Forensics]]

* '''[[ITC8060]]''' [[ITC8060|Network Protocol Design.]]

The courses are free (the invoices are cancelled) to Cyber Security RE students and can be moved to Specialization module after you get a grade.

==== Sources for free choice courses ====

You can look for additional free choice courses from the following sources

Scan the [http://ois.ttu.ee OIS study portal] for available courses this semester (takes effort, but it is useful to learn to find your way in OIS). You can find all the courses given in English (timetables of all international programs) in TUT by looking at OIS -> Timetables -> click to GB flag in the center of the page.

You can take [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ some other language course] (French, German, Russian, Finnish) offered by the [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/ Language Centre] in addition to the courses (HLI2200, HLX8040) in your curriculum. Some of the alternative courses may not be free to study. In such a case OIS will give notice when you declare the course.

==== ITX8512 Practical Training in Information Technology ====
You can get credits if you have working experience in IT field. More information can be found here: [[ITX8512]]

== Thesis and graduation ==
The fourth semester is reserved for writing your thesis. This is a demonstration of your professional knowledge and skills, and the process typically involves the following steps (with the help of your supervisor):
* identify a problem that matters
* research possible solutions, and select or develop the most suitable one
* implement the solution
* analyze the results of your work
* present your work in a professional manner in written (thesis) and oral (thesis defence) form

[http://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis information] - deadlines, proposed topics, requirements, etc.

== Scholarships ==

There are special IT-Academy scholarships available for Cyber Security students. The scholarships are awarded based on rank in admission and the study results in the previous semesters. You will have to apply for this scholarship on OIS and OIS will also tell you if you qualify for it. Check also: [http://www.ttu.ee/public/i/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/Tudengile/ITA/IT_Academy__stipend_M_english.docx statute of the scholarship], which is available on the faculty web site.

In addition, you can apply for [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/skype-scholarship Skype and IT Academy Master’s Scholarship] and [http://www.studyitin.ee/scholarship/lhv-scholarship LHV Bank Scholarship].

== Contact ==
* [http://www.ttu.ee/?lang=en Tallinn University of Technology]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/studying/new-and-current-student/ International Study Centre] will help you in the first steps at TUT and provides useful help along your studies.
** See also [http://www.ttu.ee/public/u/ulikool/kontakt/TTU_Campusekaart_juuli2010.pdf campus maps]
** [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-information-technology/faculty-of-information-technology-1/home-2/ Faculty of Information Technology]
** Dean's Office of IT dept: room ICT-407, phone 6203528, email i@ttu.ee
** program coordinator Rain Ottis, rain.ottis@ttu.ee, room ICT-430, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
** research coordinator [http://www.ttu.ee/en/personnel-search/&kood=T0067160 Olaf Maennel], olaf.maennel@ttu.ee, ICT-420, Akadeemia 15a. Consultancy registration via e-mail.
* [http://www.ut.ee/en University of Tartu]
** [http://www.cs.ut.ee/en Institute of Computer Science]
** program coordinator [http://vvv.cs.ut.ee/~unruh/ Dominique Unruh]

== Historic information from fall of 2016 ==
Rearranged with new items at the top.
* '''Please check this page often during the first few weeks of the semester. There will be many changes.'''
* '''[[ITC8100 course page]] (Seminar)'''.
* '''ITC8001 (Teaching Practice):'''
** If you will teach this semester (any subject, not just cyber security related teaching; does not have to be in TUT), then you can sign up for ITC8001 in your study plan. Make sure you send Rain Ottis a summary of your teaching plans first, though, because he needs to assess if it meets the requirements. The summary should cover the topics, volume (total teaching hours), level (MSc course, BSc course, etc.) and type of teaching (lectures, hands-on, teaching assistance, etc.).
** If you are not teaching this semester, but have considerable teaching practice in the past, you can get credit for ITC8001 via the VÕTA/APEL procedure.
** Teaching practice is a General Studies module course. However, if you teach on the subjects of cyber security or forensics, it may be suitable for Special Studies.
* '''ITX8220 Special Course in Digital Forensics''' will be offered in the second half of this semester. The instructor is Emin Caliskan. You can also declare it as ITX8221, if you have already taken ITX8220. The course will take place during the second half of the semester (weeks 9-16) on Tuesdays 1745-2100 in room ICT-403. There will be an intro brief on Tuesday the 13th of September at 1745 in ICT-315. The course will be available for both specializations as a special study course, but Forensics students have priority.
* '''ITX8090 Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations''' is scheduled for Tuesdays 1400-1715 in room ICT-312.
* For students who are studying based on the '''2015 or earlier''' version of the curriculum and can't find a course you need to complete your studies:
** '''ITX8040 (Cyber Defence seminar)''' and '''ITX8230 (Digital Forensics seminar)''' are replaced with ITC8100 (Seminar). It is offered in the fall semester and is designed to help students with their thesis writing process.
** '''ITX8041 (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security)''' is replaced by ITC8010 (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters.
** '''ITX8215 (Digital Evidence)''' is replaced by HOE7023 (same name).
** '''ITX8062 (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8050 (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring.
** '''ITX8063 (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence)''' is replaced by ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available.
* There is a new policy for handling academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) in the IT Faculty. It is currently available in Estonian in [http://www.ttu.ee/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond/infotehnoloogia-teaduskond-1/it-tudengile/oppetookorraldus-3/vaaritu-kaitumise-menetlemise-kord/ here]. English version will follow soon.
* If you have a time conflict with a practice session and another lecture (for example, ITV8040 practice during ITC8100), then you can check the schedule for alternative practice sessions (IVCM11 / IVCM13).
* '''ITC8080 Hardening operating systems and services''' will not be offered this semester. It will be offered next year to second year students.
* '''ITX8080 Simulation of Attacks and Defense''' will not be offered this semester.
* Students who plan to specialize in '''Cryptography''' (in Tartu) should contact Rain Ottis ASAP.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered on both semesters. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module then this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.
* ITC8070 (Information Systems Attacks and Defence), will run in the 2nd half of the semester (week 9-16). There will be an information session on Monday, 12 September at 17.45 in ITC-315, for all those students who are undecided if they want to take it or not. No content will be covered on 12 Sep, and attending this session is optional.

== Historic information from spring 2016 ==
Rearranged with new items at the top.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kaitsealaste-magistritoode-stipendiumikonkurss scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the incoming students (2016) who will write a defence related thesis. Deadline for application is 07 SEP 2016.
* There is an EST MoD [http://www.kaitseministeerium.ee/et/eesmargid-tegevused/teadus-ja-arendustegevus/kuberkaitse-magistrioppe-stipendium scholarship] (page in Estonian, but all can apply) for the cyber security students.
* TUT [http://ttu.ee/students/study-information-2/academic-information/study-regulations-2/ academic policies]. Please note §23.
* There are multiple versions of the curriculum. In general, the one that applies to you is the one that corresponds to the year of your enrollment.
* If you have not done so already, please indicate your specialization (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics) in OIS. If you do not make a selection, then some of the courses will end up in the wrong study module. Ask the Dean's office for assistance, if necessary.
* '''June thesis defence''' candidates - please indicate your thesis topic by 01 FEB in Moodle. See the [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Thesis Thesis] page for more details.
* '''IDN0110 Data Mining and Network Analysis''' will be offered this semester. Lectures are on Mondays 1745-1915, practice on Tuesdays 1400-1530. Instructor: dr Sven Nõmm. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/Data_Mining_and_network_analysis_IDN0110 Details]
* '''ITC8010 Legal Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. Instructor: Anna-Maria Osula. Fridays 1200-1530 in room ICT-315.
* '''ITC8050 Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security''' will be offered this semester and in the fall semester. For this semester, the course is on even week Wednesdays 1745-2100 in ICT-315. '''First lecture on 10 FEB at 2000-2100; 2nd lecture re-scheduled for spring (TBA)'''. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8050 Details]
* '''[https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8060 ITC8061 Network Protocol Design]''' replaces ITC8060 (instructor: prof Olaf Maennel). ITC8061 will be '''6 ECTS''' (elective in Special Studies module, both specializations).
* [[ITC8111]] Special Course''' on '''Locked Shields''' will take place. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: Kaur Kasak.
* '''ITC8112 Special Course''' on '''current cyber security topics''' will take place in ICT-312 on odd week Wednesdays 1745-2015. This will be available for both specializations. Instructor: dr Hayretdin Bahsi. [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITC8112 Details] You can access to course information via [https://ained.ttu.ee/course/view.php?id=32 Moodle]
* '''MTAT.03.248 Introduction to Internet Psychology''' (instructor: Kätlin Konstabel) will take place '''in Tallinn''' during first half of the semester on Tuesdays 1000-1400 on the dates of 16 FEB, 01 MAR, 15 MAR, 29 MAR - total of 4 lectures. Room ICT-315. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). '''NB! First lecture now on 16 FEB. Monday lectures cancelled.'''
* '''MTAT.03.307 Secure Software Design''' will be available with a '''mostly remote study''' option (minimal travel needed) this semester. The first lecture in Tartu on 18 FEB is mandatory. Sign up via Tartu University OIS (admin problems -> hanna-liisa.ennet@ut.ee). [https://courses.cs.ut.ee/2016/ssd/spring Details]
* It is highly recommended that '''Digital Forensics students''' take at least one course from Tartu University (see the previous two bullets for possible candidates that require little or no travel).
* General note: you can replace '''Intro to IT''' and '''Intro to Programming''' with more advanced IT courses that have at least the same ECTS. Consult with Rain Ottis before committing to any changes, though.
* General note: if you take more ECTS than required in the Special Studies module than this will count towards your Free Choice module. It is not necessary to actually move the courses to Free Studies in this case.
* General note: contact Rain Ottis if you need to move HOE7023, ITC8010, ITC8050 or ITC8070 to the correct module (it may show up under Free Choice). Please note your specialization in your request (Cyber Security or Digital Forensics). You must have passed the course before it can be moved.
* If you took the Oxford course in the fall, you can get credit through the VÕTA system as IDU0402. More details from the Dean's office. It is suitable for Free or Special studies.
* Tartu University courses '''MTAT.03.246''' and '''MTAT.03.247''' are combined into one 6 ECTS course '''MTAT.03.307''' (Principles of Secure Software Design).
* Tartu University Research Seminar on Cryptography (MTAT.07.019) gets a new code: '''MTAT.07.022'''.

== Historic information from fall 2015 ==

Note this is historic information for last semester and only may only used as reference.

* '''January thesis defence dates:'''
** 14 DEC - deadline for applying for defence in OIS (thesis code ITC70LT).
** 05 JAN - deadline for submitting your thesis for review.
** 18 JAN - thesis defence day.'''

* The new instructor for '''ITX8090''' (Information and Cyber Security Assurance in Organisations) is Dr Andro Kull.

* If a course does not show up on your schedule:
** try a manual search for that specific course. Electives (especially from different departments) are often not added to the full schedule.
** wait. Some of them are not in the system yet, but this should be resolved by the end of this week.

* '''ITX8041''' (Legal Aspects of Cyber Security) is replaced by '''ITC8010''' (same name). There are minor changes in content and the course is now given on both semesters. For the fall semester of 2015 the course is given by Agnes Käsper. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8041.

* '''ITX8215''' (Digital Evidence) is replaced by '''HOE7023''' (same name); taught by Agnes Käsper. There are no significant changes to the content. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8215. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week for weeks 1-8 in U03-222 on Mondays at 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8062''' (Information Systems Mass Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8050''' (Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security), which will be offered on both semesters. The course will be given on odd weeks throughout the semester (previously taught on weeks 1-8). The course is designed for second year students and there are limited number of seats available. If you do not fit into this fall's version, you can take it in the spring. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8062. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place on odd weeks throughout the semester in ICT-A1 on Wednesday 1745-2100.'''

* '''ITX8063''' (Information Systems Hacking Attacks and Defence) is replaced by '''ITC8070''' (Information Systems Attacks and Defence). The new course will be 4 ECTS and there are limited slots available. Do not take it, if you have already passed ITX8063. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in SOC-212 on Tuesday 1745-2100.'''

* If you enrolled in 2014 or earlier, then the replacement courses (see above) may not display in the correct modules. Do not worry about this, we will move them at the end of the semester. Just contact Rain Ottis during the exam session and let him know what the situation is.

* A special course on forensics takes place ('''ITX8220/ITX8221''' - you should pick a code that you have not used yet) in the second half of the semester. This will be a hands on course that is going to look at the forensics tools in Kali Linux. It is taught by Erika Matsak. If you consider taking it, you will have to sign up for it by September 10th. '''NB! Schedule change: it takes place every week on weeks 9-16 in ICT-403 on Monday 1930-2100 and Thursday 1930-2100.'''

* The seminars [https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8040 '''ITX8040''' and '''ITX8230'''] (depending on your focus) are taking place together on Tuesdays, 1600-1730 in room ICT-315. They are designed to help you with your thesis and should be taken on the third semester. However, you can also take it during your first semester, if you already have some idea about your thesis. You can only sign up for one seminar. If you have passed either one in the past, then you can attend, but not get credit for it.

* There will be a Special Course on Cyber Security ([https://courses.cs.ttu.ee/pages/ITX8050 '''ITX8050''']) that focuses on national and international cyber security questions (policy/strategy level). The course is designed to prepare candidates for the Cyber Challenge, although there is no guarantee that those who pass the course actually get to go. Last year we sent a team to Switzerland and they did very well. This course will be run by Tiia Sõmer during the second half of the semester, on Thursday evenings at 1800-1930 in ICT-315.

* Information about '''language courses''' in [http://www.ttu.ee/faculty-of-social-sciences/language-centre-2/student-guidelines-2/ English] and in [http://www.ttu.ee/?id=14217 Estonian].

* '''IDN0110''' and '''ITX8080''' are not offered this semester.

ITC8050

2017-05-08T12:04:56Z

Rain: /* Exam times */

== Background ==

As of Fall semester of 2015 ITC8050 replaces the ITX8062 course in the IVCM curriculum. It is mandatory for both specializations: cyber security and digital forensics.

The course is intended for second or third semester students.

= Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security =

== Admin notes for 2017 Spring semester ==

=== Where and when? ===
Room ICT-315, 1000-1315 on the following days: 31JAN, 07FEB, 21FEB, 07MAR, 21MAR, 04APR, 18APR. The eight lecture was replaced by Mikko Hyppönen's [https://youtu.be/sGaUu5SpbrE guest lecture] (YouTube) on 10APR.

== Instructors ==

[http://www.linkedin.com/in/rainottis Rain Ottis], PhD, Associate Professor at TUT

Jaan Priisalu, Researcher at TUT

Practice led by Bernhards Blumbergs

Contacts:
rain dot ottis at ttu dot ee
jaan dot priisalu at ttu dot ee

= Schedule & Slides =

The lecture topic order may change depending on the availability of lecturers. Please check this wiki page before each lecture for the most up-to-date information.

Course introduction. [[https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7yq33Gize8yOVVzNkcwejFOQmc/view?usp=sharing Slides]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_2_-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP2.pdf]]

Assignment of individual research topics.

= Materials from previous years =
* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_2_-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:Tabletop_intro_brief_RO.pdf]]

== Some lecture topics from previous years ==
* cyber conflict and malicious actors
* how different aspects of cyber security fit together (technical, processes, people).
* what should be protected and why in a digital society.
* incident handling and risk management.

= EXAMS =
== General notes ==
This is an oral exam. Up to 9 students take the exam during one slot.

In the beginning of the exam you will get two questions (may be multi-part questions). At least one of the questions will be based on your paper topic (usually both). You will then have time to prepare your answers. You can use any materials at this time. However, when you come to answer the questions (and any follow-up questions that arise), you can only use your hand-written notes. You are free to leave once you have answered your questions.

Check this page for updates before coming to the exam.

== Registration ==

Via OIS.

== Exam times ==
Exam times, locations and registration in OIS.

12.05 at 1000 in ICT-312
22.05 at 1000 in ICT-411
24.05 at 1000 in ICT-411
26.05 at 1000 in ICT-411

== Re-exam ==
Registration for re-examination in OIS.

ITC8050

2017-05-08T12:04:41Z

Rain: /* Exam times */

ITC8050

2017-04-11T11:58:53Z

Rain: /* Where and when? */

== Background ==

As of Fall semester of 2015 ITC8050 replaces the ITX8062 course in the IVCM curriculum. It is mandatory for both specializations: cyber security and digital forensics.

The course is intended for second or third semester students.

= Strategic and Operational Aspects of Cyber Security =

== Admin notes for 2017 Spring semester ==

=== Where and when? ===
Room ICT-315, 1000-1315 on the following days: 31JAN, 07FEB, 21FEB, 07MAR, 21MAR, 04APR, 18APR. The eight lecture was replaced by Mikko Hyppönen's [https://youtu.be/sGaUu5SpbrE guest lecture] (YouTube) on 10APR.

== Instructors ==

[http://www.linkedin.com/in/rainottis Rain Ottis], PhD, Associate Professor at TUT

Jaan Priisalu, Researcher at TUT

Practice led by Bernhards Blumbergs

Contacts:
rain dot ottis at ttu dot ee
jaan dot priisalu at ttu dot ee

= Schedule & Slides =

The lecture topic order may change depending on the availability of lecturers. Please check this wiki page before each lecture for the most up-to-date information.

Course introduction. [[https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7yq33Gize8yOVVzNkcwejFOQmc/view?usp=sharing Slides]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_2_-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP2.pdf]]

Assignment of individual research topics.

= Materials from previous years =
* [[Meedia:ITC8050_-_Lesson_2_-_Actors_in_cyber_conflict_RO.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:ITC8050-JP1.pdf]]
* [[Meedia:Tabletop_intro_brief_RO.pdf]]

== Some lecture topics from previous years ==
* cyber conflict and malicious actors
* how different aspects of cyber security fit together (technical, processes, people).
* what should be protected and why in a digital society.
* incident handling and risk management.

= EXAMS =
== General notes ==
This is an oral exam. Up to 9 students take the exam during one slot.

In the beginning of the exam you will get two questions (may be multi-part questions). At least one of the questions will be based on your paper topic (usually both). You will then have time to prepare your answers. You can use any materials at this time. However, when you come to answer the questions (and any follow-up questions that arise), you can only use your hand-written notes. You are free to leave once you have answered your questions.

Check this page for updates before coming to the exam.

== Registration ==

Via OIS.

== Exam times ==
Exam times, locations and registration in OIS.

== Re-exam ==
Registration for re-examination in OIS.