Vistula University Becomes an Academic Partner of Fortinet

Vistula University is proud to join Fortinet as an Academic Partner. This is an important step towards strengthening the practical dimension of education and better preparing students for work in one of the fastest-growing sectors of today’s economy – cybersecurity. The Academic Partner Program supports educational institutions in delivering an industry-recognised training and certification programme in cybersecurity.

Through the Fortinet Training Institute, participants gain access to a course library, self-paced and instructor-led classes, as well as practical exercises designed to develop competencies in network and systems security.

In practice, this means that Vistula students will use training materials prepared by Fortinet, including presentations and tasks completed systematically throughout the semester. The exercises will be carried out under the supervision and with the support of the course instructor, and their level of difficulty will gradually increase. The programme focuses on issues related to the cybersecurity of Industrial Control Systems (ICS).

Participation in the programme gives students not only access to up-to-date knowledge and practical assignments, but also tangible development benefits. After successfully completing all tasks, students will receive an exam voucher which they can use toward the certification exam.

Cooperation with Fortinet strengthens the practical character of education at Vistula and connects academic learning even more effectively with labour market requirements. It is also another example of the university’s commitment to developing students’ digital, technological, and professional competencies.