Scams, crimes, and information technology
The University of Montpellier affirms its expertise in cybersecurity, a subject that is central to a university diploma program offered by the Faculty of Law and Political Science.
A one-of-a-kind university diploma
This sector is growing at a rate of 10% per year, a rate of development that reflects the challenges posed by this new type of crime, which is estimated to cost €400 billion worldwide each year. A pioneer in training and research on a subject described as a " matter of national sovereignty " by the Ministry of Defense, the UM stands out by offering a unique university diploma: "Cybercrime: Law, Information Security, and Computer Forensics." The degree, supported by the National School of Magistrates and major companies, aims to train students, legal professionals, information systems managers, and investigators in this emerging field that is fast becoming essential. " Thanks to its expertise in the fields of criminal science and intellectual property, UM is one of Europe's leading academic partners in the areas of cybersecurity and the fight against cybercrime," explains Adel Jomni, an expert with the Council of Europe and head of these projects at the University of Montpellier.
Recognized expertise
This expertise has enabled the university to regularly host specialized investigators and magistrates for training seminars. Since 2009, the University of Montpellier has been a signatory to an agreement with Europol and a member of the 2CENTRE network. This network, led by the European Union, brings together universities, industry (Thalès, Microsoft), and law enforcement agencies.
Its objective is twofold: to conduct research projects for the development of new investigation and defense tools on the one hand, and to improve law enforcement training and the dissemination of best practices in companies on the other.
The UM is also involved in the CAMINO (Comprehensive Approach to cyber roadMap coordINation and develOpment) project, which included the conference on April 8 and 9. It brought together 10 European players from 8 countries who were interested in different methods of improving resilience to cybercrime and cyberterrorism. Drawing on the experience and knowledge of a group of supporting members across Europe and North America (United States, Canada), new areas of research and approaches to evaluating results have emerged.
Find out more about the University Diploma in Cybercrime: Law, Information Security, and Computer Forensics