SCHOOL IN MALWARE ANALYSIS
Format of study
offline
Language of study
English
Duration
2 weeks
January 19-31, 2026
January 19-31, 2026
Results
Theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of malware analysis.
4 ECTS, official ITMO certificate
4 ECTS, official ITMO certificate
Application deadline
November 15, 2025
Fees
42,000 RUB
Program description
This hands-on malware analysis course bridges advanced theory with real-world practice, focusing on in-depth analysis of file infectors and trojans. Students will dissect PE file structures, reverse engineer packed binaries, trace infection mechanisms, and extract malicious payloads – all while working directly with live malware in controlled environments.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Analyze and interpret PE file headers and binary loading behavior
- Perform manual unpacking of obfuscated and packed malware
- Reverse-engineer file-infecting viruses and trojan payloads
- Reconstruct infection processes and malware execution flows
- Conduct dynamic analysis using sandboxing and debugging tools
- Independently research undocumented system behaviors and apply findings to malware analysis
What you get
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Official ITMO certificate, 4 ECTS -
Comprehensive experience in malware analysis -
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Who can apply?
- The course is meant for current university students
- Students with basic knowledge of cybersecurity, network protocols, C/C++ programming language skills, and ability to read technical documentation
- Applicants should be proficient in the English language (B1 and higher)
School fees include:
- Registration
- Tuition
- Tour of St. Petersburg
- All taxes
- Study materials
Application documents
- A scanned copy of your passport (ID)
- Scanned copies of your higher education documents (student ID + transcript of records or diploma)
- CV
Why choose ITMO?
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#7 in the ranking of the best Russian universities by Forbes Russia
- Ranked #152 in the QS subject ranking Computer Science & Information Systems
- The only Russian university in the ARWU subject ranking Automation & Control (#101−150)
- A+ in the AI Alliance ranking of universities by quality of training in the field of AI
- Winner of ICPC, AI Journey Contest, Google Image Matching Challenge, Topcoder Open, and more
- 45+ partner universities around the world
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FAQ
A scanned copy of the identity document is required for the following purposes:
a. To check if the student is underage. In case the student is under 18 years old, we will require an ID of their legal representative.
b. To compile a study contract that contains the full name of the student and their ID details.
c. To bill the student and receive payment.
d. To issue a school completion certificate and award ECTS credits.
a. To check if the student is underage. In case the student is under 18 years old, we will require an ID of their legal representative.
b. To compile a study contract that contains the full name of the student and their ID details.
c. To bill the student and receive payment.
d. To issue a school completion certificate and award ECTS credits.
You can submit your national ID instead.
Some summer schools at ITMO are offered for free. Unfortunately, there are no discounts or waivers for fee-based schools.
All ITMO schools are held on campus by default. Some may also be conducted online. Visit a school’s page for additional information.
Unfortunately, ITMO Dormitories are not available for the summer and winter breaks, therefore, summer and winter school students are offered to stay in our partner accommodations:
Absolutely! Once we confirm your participation and receive payment for the school, you will be assigned an ITMO Buddy who will help you with your arrival, airport pick-up, check-in, as well as orientation in St. Petersburg and ITMO.
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Yes, once the school fees are paid, you will receive your visa invitation letter if your studies are held on campus. The visa invitation letter is granted for the period of 3 days before and 3 days after the school’s official dates.
We organize a cultural event every weekend during summer and winter schools. You will enjoy a guided tour around the best St. Petersburg sites and participate in an entertaining quest in the historical center of the city.