Bachelor Of Science In Cybersecurity Engineering

Computer Engineering·Computing and Informatics

Bachelor

University Of Sharjah

Overview

The proposed program enables the students to build solid technical foundation in cybersecurity engineering. During the study, students take courses on essential computer engineering topics and courses on data breaches, software and hardware vulnerabilities and possible solutions to improve security of various computer systems from cyberattacks. In the final year, students will develop senior capstone projects in line with the latest industry needs for building cyber-resilient systems. Senior students are required to perform practical training in industrial or governmental organization to improve their understanding of cybersecurity risks in real work environment and the measures to mitigate them.

Typical Job Titles

computer systems designer
network designer
digital system designer
IT security officer
embedded integrated circuit designer
software developer
web developer

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Program Details

Degree level: Bachelor
Department: Computer Engineering
College: Computing and Informatics

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Students will learn best practices for the design of secure modern networks and software systems as well as advanced techniques for security engineering, digital forensics, applied offensive and defensive security, and applied cryptography.
Students will learn about evolving threats and the proper use of specific security tools.
Both security theory and hands-on practice are stressed and emphasize

Academic Requirements

The university requirements consist of 18 compulsory credit hours and 6 elective credit hours selected from 2 baskets; students select one elective from each basket. The program requires students to take 24 credit hours, 18 of which are compulsory and the 6 are electives. Seven domains are covered: Every student should take one course from Domain A, one course from Domain B, "Islamic Culture" the sole course in Domain C, "UAE Society" the sole course in Domain D, "Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship" the sole course in Domain E, "Introduction to Information Technology" the sole course in Domain F, one course from Domain G, and one course from Domain H.
A minimum of 132 credit hours are required to complete the program including 99 credit hours of major core requirements and 9 credit hours of major electives. In addition to the University courses for general education.