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Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (Cybersecurity)

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
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
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
  • 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.

STAM
  • Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; or

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
Diploma in Computer Fields (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent
  • Pass with minimum CGPA 2.50. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 may need to undergo an internal interview; or
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
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


English Qualifications
For international students only :

IELTS           -   Score of 5.0

TOEFL         -   7.5 (Ess Online) / 40 (iBT)

Pearson    -   47

MUET          -  3.5

Linguaskill  -  154

ELS               - 107

*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.

Course Structure

Programme Modules


Year 1
  • C Programming
  • Introduction to Information Systems
  • Software Modeling and Analysis
  • Database Systems
  • Computer Architecture and Organisation
  • Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
  • Web Development
  • Operating Systems Principles
  • Information Technology Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Data Communications and Networking
Year 2
  • Object Oriented Software Development
  • Cloud Architecture
  • Software Design and Architecture
  • Data Communications and Networking
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Routing and Switching
  • Data Security
  • Cybersecurity
  • Discrete Structure
Year 3
  • Network Construction and Administration
  • Software Project Management
  • Information Assurance Security
  • Network Security
  • Dynamic Web Programming
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Cyberlaw
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
  • Cybersecurity Project I
  • Cybersecurity Project II
INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

Internship

Course Summary

  • MQA: (MQA/PA16533)
  • Full Time: 3 years
  • Full Time Tuition Fees (Domestic): RM 54000.00
  • Full Time Tuition Fees (International) : RM 60000.00

Institution Information

  • Campus: Nilai University
  • Faculty: School of Computing
  • Course Category: Computer Science
  • Application Intake: January June September
  • Area : Nilai Negeri Sembilan

Location

About the University/College

  • Institution : Nilai University
  • Location : Nilai Negeri Sembilan

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