SPECIALIZED IN CYBER SECURITY
Program Overview
The Cyber Security program is designed to provide students with fundamental and advanced cybersecurity knowledge and skills in the areas of software security, system security, network security, web security, and governance, including law, policy, and ethics. This will enable students to apply these security principles and practices to hardware, software, human, and organizational assets. Along the journey with the program, students are also provided with professional training to prepare them for international certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and CEH, which are essential for their respective occupations in the industry.
Learning Outcome
Upon completion of this program, the students will be able to:
- Develop a deep understanding of the diverse range of cyber threats and cybersecurity principles.
- Gain advanced knowledge of security technologies and methodologies, including encryption, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and secure coding practices.
- Conduct penetration testing methodologies and vulnerability assessment techniques to proactively identify and address security weaknesses in systems and applications.
- Acquire the skills to apply cybersecurity principles and best practices to secure hardware, software, networks, and organizational assets effectively.
- Designing a Comprehensive Strategic Plan for Incident Response and Recovery to Counter Cyberattacks.
- Demonstrate the ability to design and develop cybersecurity architecture aligned with industry needs.
Future Career
Graduates will be ready to work in roles such as:
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- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cybersecurity Auditor
- Penetration Tester
- Cybersecurity Sales
- Cybersecurity Awareness Trainer
- Cybersecurity Architect
- Cybersecurity Consultant
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Program Structure
Foundation Year
Term 1
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Term 2
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Volunteer (Optional)
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Year 2
Term 1
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Term 2
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Term 3
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Year 3
Term 1
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Term 2
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Internship I |
Term 3
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Year 4
Term 1
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Term 2
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Internship II |