Bachelor Of Computer Science In Cyber Security With Honours

The Bachelor of Computer Science in Cyber Security is an undergraduate programme that equips students with the knowledge and skills to protect digital systems and defend against cyber threats. This comprehensive programme covers key areas such as Computer Security, Network Security, Information Systems Risk and Security, and Computer Forensics, preparing students to become skilled cybersecurity professionals.

Students gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools, design intelligent algorithms, and explore the ethical and legal aspects of cybersecurity. The curriculum also includes advanced topics like Software Security, E-Commerce Security, and Cryptography. Upon graduation, students are well-prepared to safeguard organisations and individuals against the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats.

Academic Requirements

• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
• A pass in STPM with a minimum grade of C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects or any equivalent qualification; OR
• A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects;

  AND a credit in:

  • Additional Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
  • Mathematics and any one of the Science, Technology, or Engineering subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

  Candidates need to take a reinforcement course equivalent to Additional Mathematics with appropriate topics in the discipline of Computer Science, Data Science, or Software Engineering at the beginning of the study.

  OR

• A pass in STPM (Science Stream) or its equivalent with a minimum grade of C (CGPA 2.00) in Mathematics subject and ONE (1) Science / ICT subject; OR
• Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process; OR
• Any Diploma in Science and Technology (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process; OR
• Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval; OR
• Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval.

Notes:

• 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. Reinforcement Mathematics can contribute to the overall graduating credit.
• 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.

English Language Requirements

• Achieve a minimum score of 5.0 in the IELTS or equivalent.

If a student does not meet this requirement, the HEP must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

Year 1

• Introduction to Programming
• Discrete Mathematics
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• Computer Security
• Object-oriented Programming
• Mathematics for Cyber Security
• Introduction to Internet Technologies
• Cloud Computing
• Cooperative Placement 1

Elective Course (Choose 1)

• Database Management Systems

Year 2

• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
• Operating Systems
• Security Management
• Operating Systems
• Introduction to Cryptography
• Software Security
• System Analysis and Design
• Networking
• Research Methods in Computing
• Cooperative Placement 2

Elective Course (Choose 2)

• Database Design
• Business System Development Tools
• Mobile Commerce
• Software Project Management

Year 3

• Information Systems Risk and Security
• Project Formulation
• Application Layer Programming
• Network Security
• Project Design and Implementation
• Network Security Design
• Intelligent Systems
• Computer Forensic
• E-Commerce Security
• Co-Operative Placement 3

Elective Course (Choose 1)

• Programming for Computer Science
• Web Programming
• Fuzzy System and Evolutionary Computing

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
   (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
   (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For foreign students:

1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
   (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)