Program Overview

Introduction to the University Program

The university program in question is focused on data protection, a topic of great public interest. The program is designed for employees of public organizations, specifically in the canton of Basel-Stadt.

Program Description

The program aims to teach the fundamentals of data protection. It covers various aspects, including when data protection law applies, the difference between object and personal data, the legal basis for data processing, and who is responsible. Upon completion of the program, participants will be familiar with the principles of data processing, the role of consent in data processing, and the obligations and risks associated with commissioned data processing and cloud services.

Program Structure

The program is divided into several modules, including:

• Grundlagen (Basics)
• Controller (Controller)
• Bekanntgabe von Personendaten (Disclosure of Personal Data)
• Rechte der betroffenen Personen (Rights of Affected Persons)

Program Leadership

The program is led by Prof. (em.) Dr. Beat Rudin, former data protection officer of the canton of Basel-Stadt, and Danielle Kaufmann, who was previously responsible for data protection at the University of Basel and is now the data protection officer of the canton of Basel-Stadt.

Licensing and Funding

The program is licensed under Creative Commons and is funded by swissuniversities.

Authors and Contributors

The program was developed by Prof. (em.) Dr. iur. Beat Rudin and lic. iur. Danielle Kaufmann in collaboration with the Digital Literacies project of the University of Basel's educational technologies department.

Note on Content Updates

Due to changes in the legal framework in 2025, some aspects of the program are no longer up-to-date. The content is currently being reviewed and is expected to be updated soon.