Course Description
This specialised program is designed to equip students with the
knowledge, skills, and expertise required to protect digital assets,
networks, and systems from cyber threats and attacks. The curriculum of a
Bachelor in Information Technology (Cybersecurity) (Honours) program
covers a wide range of topics relevant to cybersecurity and students
will engage in cybersecurity projects, ethical hacking exercises, and
real-world cybersecurity scenarios.These practical experiences allow
students to apply their knowledge in practical settings, gain valuable
experience, and develop relevant skills sought after by employers in the
cybersecurity field.

Entry Requirement :
STPM |
- Pass in STPM with a minimum grade of C (GPA 2.00) in any (2) subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or
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A-Level |
- Pass with a minimum Grade D in any two (2) subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent; or
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Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
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- Pass with at least Grade B in any five (5) subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent; or
- Pass
with minimum grade of Jayyid in any 2 subjects and credit in
Mathematics and any Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM
level.
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STAM
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- Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or
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Foundation / Matriculation |
- Pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or
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Diploma in Computer Fields (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent
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- Pass with minimum CGPA 2.50. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 may need to undergo an internal interview; or
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Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) in Computing fields |
- Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.50; or
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Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in Non-Computing field |
- Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.50 may need to undergo an internal interview
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English QualificationsFor international students only : |
IELTS - Score of 5.0 TOEFL - 7.5 (Ess Online) / 40 (iBT) Pearson - 47 MUET - 3.5 Linguaskill - 154 ELS - 107
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*International students with qualifications where English language is the main medium of instruction are exempted from this requirement
International students who do not fulfil the English Language Requirements may join the Intensive English Programme at Nilai University to builds their skills in the language and prepares them for the IELTS examination
Programme Highlights
Programme Pathway

Scholarship
Nilai
University offers scholarships for students from various backgrounds,
with the goal of helping students grow to be well-rounded and ambitious
individuals and allowing them to reach their goals through quality
education. We achieve this by combining academic excellence with a
growth mindset for life-long learning.