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Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) (Hons.)

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) (Hons.)

Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

January, June, September

Tuition Fee

RM 19340

Overseas Program

Not Available

Location

Selangor

Overview

Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) (Hons) is offered by the Department of Computing, College of Computing & Informatics, Universiti Tenaga Nasional. This programme offers computer science curricula with the emphasis on cyber security knowledge that is tailored towards securing modern net-centric computing environment. Students who undergo this programme will be equipped with the fundamentals knowledge of computer science which include subjects on programming and software development, data communication and network, computer organization and operating systems.

This programme emphasis on theoretical and practical applications in cybersecurity. The focus in cyber security means that students are not only trained to protect computer systems and networks, but they are also trained to extend the security protection to humans, who are the users of the computer systems. This holistic view of security would enable the students to become technically competent in various aspects of security, as well as giving them the right mindset to take up a leadership role in managing cybersecurity in an organization. Given that UNITEN is a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), students are also exposed to the niche domain knowledge of security for critical infrastructure, where the expertise in this area is highly sought after in the industry.

On top of that, students will also be trained in the arts and skills of cyber security which includes subjects on cryptography, computer security, network security, secure programming, information security assurance, as well as network penetration and countermeasures.

In addition to pursuing computer science and cyber security related jobs, students who graduated from this programme will also be qualified to perform research work and pursue Master and PhD from reputable institutions of higher learning including UNITEN.

120 credit hours of subjects are being taught in nine semesters. This Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) (Hons) programme can be completed in 3 years.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements:

For Malaysian Students:

  • Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Pass STPM with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any 2 subjects and minimum credit (Grade C) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and Science / ICT at SPM Level.
  • A-Level: Pass A-Level programme.
  • Matriculation: Pass Matriculation programme with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, minimum of credit (Grade C) in any 2 subjects and minimum credit (Grade C) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and Science / ICT at SPM level.
  • Foundation: Pass Foundation programme in related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, minimum of credit (Grade C) in any 2 subjects and minimum credit (Grade C) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and Science / ICT at SPM level.
  • Diploma: Pass Diploma programme in related field with minimum CGPA of 2.50 and pass (Grade E) in Additional Mathematics at SPM level.
  • UEC (Unified Examination Certificate): Pass UEC with Grade B in any 5 subjects including Mathematics.
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): Pass IB Diploma programme.
  • HND(UK) Diploma: Pass HND in related field with minimum CGPA 2.00.
  • SAM / SACE / WACE / VCE / TEE / AUSMAT: Pass SAM / SACE / WACE / VCE / TEE / AUSMAT/Australian Capital Territory (Year 12).
  • Others: Other equivalent qualifications recognised by Government of Malaysia.
  • Note : Candidates without Mathematics requirement as specified above maybe accepted by passing the bridging courses provided by UNITEN.

English Requirements:

  • For Malaysian Students: Malaysian students may enrol without MUET. However, students are required to complete MUET during duration of study (before graduation). IELTS (5.0 and above) or TOEFL (500 and above) or TOEFL Internet Based Test (42 and above) is also accepted.
  • MUET – Malaysia University English Test
    Achieve Band 1 and above
  • For International Students: International students are required to have one of the English proficiency score stated below to enrol in UNITEN. Bachelor students who do not fulfill this English requirement are required to sit for the Intensive English Programme (IEP) and pass the requirement below before starting their Bachelor programme.
  • MUET – Malaysia University English Test: Achieve Band 3 and above
  • IELTS – International English Language Testing System: Achieve 5.0 and above
  • TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language
    Achieve 500 (TOEFL) or 42 (TOEFL Internet Based Test) and above

Course Outline

  • Islamic/ Moral & Civil Society I
  • Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia
  • Programming I with C
  • Computer Organization
  • Discrete Structures
  • Islamic/ Moral & Civil Society II
  • Programming II with C++
  • Computer Networks & LAN
  • Operating Systems Concepts
  • System Analysis & Design
  • Hubungan Etnik
  • Data Structures & Algorithms with STL
  • Database 1
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Cryptography
  • Computer Security
  • Network Security
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Web Programming
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • E-Commerce Security
  • Technology Entrepreneurship
  • Industrial Training
  • Project 1
  • Counseling & Credit Management
  • Project 2
  • Information Security Assurance
  • Ethics & IT Professional
  • Security of Critical Infrastructure

 Technical Elective Courses

  • Steganography & Watermark
  • Network Penetration & Countermeasures
  • Secure Programming
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Emerging Technologies & Trends
  • Advanced Cryptography
  • Parallel Computing
  • Computer Forensics

Free Elective Courses

  • Sports & Recreation
  • Social Psychology
  • Comparative Religion
  • Creative Thinking
  • Mandarin
  • Business English
  • IT Communication

These Technical Electives could be grouped further according to the student’s interest in a relevant focus area such as: 

  • System Security
  • Security Analytics & Incident Response

Students from other institutions may apply for transfer credits. A maximum up to 36 credits can be transferred, subject to eligibility of the applicant.

Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

January, June, September

Tuition Fee

RM 19340

Overseas Program

Not Available

Location

Selangor