Course Introduction
The Bachelor in Information Technology (Cyber Security) with Honours programme focuses on systems and network security, data security protection, cybercrime forensic, defense methods and cybersecurity technologies, provides students with a solid foundation in related field. Students will learn how to utilize security tools and systems to prevent, detect, and repair security vulnerabilities. This course will also furnish students with a solid foundation in Information Technology to meet the significant market demand. The course is dedicated to cultivate computer and network security professionals. We aim to assist students in exploring their potential through engaging teaching, research, activities and competitions.
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Programme Modules *
- Introduction to Programming
- Computer Architecture and Organization
- Introduction to Networking
- Database Systems
- System Analysis and Design
- Java Application Development
- Web Design
- Introduction to Security Technology
- Operating Systems
- Discrete Mathematics
- Distributed Systems
- System Programming and Computer Control
- Research Methodology
- Computer and Network Security
- Forensic Data Recovery
- Ethical Hacking
- Human Computer Interaction
- Information Management and Security
- Cloud Computing
- Final Project 1
- Final Project 2
- Industrial Training
- Practical CTF Skills
- Industrial Cybersecurity Systems
- Cryptography and Internet Security
- Biometrics
- Cybercrime Forensics Analysis
* Selected programme modules
Minimum Entry Requirement
- *A pass in STPM with a minimum grade of C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects, AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
- *Possess UEC with at least FIVE (5) credits in any subject, AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
- *A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
- Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.
- Any other Diploma in Science and Technology or Business Studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 may be admitted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment process AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
- *Any other Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
Remark:
For MER that marked with *, candidates with a pass in Mathematics, need to take a reinforcement Mathematics with appropriate topics in the discipline of Information Technology and Information Systems at the beginning of the study.
Students are required to pass the Reinforcement Mathematics before being allowed to take related core courses. The candidate can sit for any subjects that did not indicate Mathematics as a prerequisite. The Reinforcement Mathematics can be offered as part of or outside the curriculum structure.
Students from Matriculation / Foundation or its equivalent can be exempted from taking the Reinforcement Mathematics, provided that the Mathematics offered at that programme level is equivalent / more than the Additional Mathematics offered at an SPM level.
*For detailed information on entry requirements, please contact Marketing & Sales Department.
Career Prospects
- Cyber Security Engineer
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Cyber Security Consultant
- Ethical Hacker
- Cyber Security Sales Executive
- System Engineer
- IT Support Analyst
- Security Programmer
- Information System Administrator