University of Telecommunications and Post — Success Story

The University of Telecommunications and Post (UTP), founded more than 140 years ago, is a leading Bulgarian higher education institution specializing in telecommunications, computer sciences, and engineering.

97%

satisfaction rate with the challenges and difficulty provided

100%

engagement rate of all participants with the platform

3 weeks

to complete the project down from 3 months

“The platform is very useful in training students in cybercrime investigation. The exercises are as close to the real world as possible and the students love it. It is definitely a more innovative and fun way to learn than the classic university approach.”

Martin, Lecturer

The Challenge

UTP recognized the need to modernize their cybersecurity curriculum to match industry demands. Key issues included:

Outdated theoretical-only teaching methods

Lack of hands-on practical experience

Limited access to real-world cybersecurity tools

Difficulty keeping pace with rapidly evolving threats

The Solution

CTFbazaar provided a comprehensive hands-on training platform featuring:

Real-world cybersecurity challenges across multiple domains

Custom SIEM training module built on Splunk

Practical exercises in forensics, reverse engineering, and OSINT

Interactive scenarios for threat detection and incident response

The Results

The platform successfully bridged theory and practice, delivering measurable improvements:

Students gained hands-on experience with industry-standard tools

Enhanced problem-solving skills through real-world scenarios

Improved job market readiness with in-demand cybersecurity skills

Higher student engagement compared to traditional teaching methods