The program International Journalism and Internet Security is a modern academic program designed for those who want to work with global information flows and understand the challenges of the digital world. It combines international journalism, new media, and the fundamentals of te Internet security, integrating theory with practical analysis of real media cases. The aim of the program is to develop professionals capable of producing responsible journalism and ensuring information resilience in the face of digital threats.

— Mass Communications and International Relations

— Fundamentals of Convergent Journalism

— TV News: Practical Course

— Skills in creating analytical materials

— Data Journalism

— Digital Photography

— International Relations and Sustainable Development

— Politics and Journalism: Issues of Information Security.

— Professional skills in international journalism: Producing analytical and news content in line with the global media agenda and international standards;

— Digital media and multimedia technologies: Working with online-platforms, social media, and interactive multimedia content

— Information and Internet security: Understanding digital threats, principles of information protection, and safe behavior in media environment

— Analysis and countering disinformation: Identifying fake news, propaganda, and manipulative techniques in the international information space

— Critical, analytical, and ethical thinking: Evaluating sources, adhering to professional ethics, and making responsible decisions in the digital environment.

— Government grants from the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as grants and discounts from media holdings “Alash Media Group (Tengry News)” and “Alatau Aqparat” (Almaty Akshamy, Vecherniy Almaty), and discounts from IITU Olympiads

— Students study 2 years at IITU and 2 years at A. Mickiewicz University, receiving two diplomas — Kazakhstani and European (Double Degree with A. Mickiewicz University, Poland)

— Instruction in English, with 100% opportunity for academic mobility for a semester or a year at partner universities

— Practice-oriented learning: Training in multimedia laboratories and partner media holding companies, with international lecturers and local professionals with obligatory real media experience

— 100% employment by the 4th year and broad career opportunities.

— High demand in international media and digital companies: Graduates are prepared to work in global and national media, digital-platforms, analitical centers, and media startups due to a relevant set of professional skills

— Rapid career growth in media and IT-sphere: A strong theoretical foundation and practical competencies allow graduates to quickly advance from entry-level roles to media management, analytics, and expert positions

— High earning potential: Specialists are in demand both in Kazakhstani labor market and abroad as well, with opportunities to work for international media and digital projects, including remote work

— International mobility: Universal competencies and alignment with international standards in media training and Internet security enable graduates to build careers worldwide

— Opportunity to create own media projects: Knowledge in the sphere of journalism, media technologies, and information security provides a foundation for launching independent media platforms, analytical agencies, or working as an independent freelance expert.