Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree program is crafted to cultivate advanced expertise in both information and network security, with a particular focus on cutting-edge cybersecurity practices. Its primary goal is to equip students with essential management abilities and technical knowledge necessary to effectively plan, implement, operate, oversee, and assess an organization's cybersecurity and information security operations. The curriculum delves into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within modern security frameworks, empowering students to utilize AI-driven technologies and methodologies for designing and maintaining secure systems, applications, and networks that meet industry standards. By bridging foundational IT skills with specialized cybersecurity expertise and AI innovations, this program addresses the growing demand for highly skilled professionals capable of safeguarding digital assets in an increasingly complex technological environment. (1 Credit Hour “CH” is equivalent to 2 ECTS Credit Hours “European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System”).

Program Objectives

• Alumni will serve in UAE organizations of all sizes and employ their knowledge of cyber and network security principles, theories, and applications in their job roles.
• Alumni will be engaged in designing, analyzing, auditing, testing, implementing, and acquiring cyber and network security solutions for their organizations.
• Alumni will serve UAE society by being aware of the methodologies, techniques, tools, and skills necessary for participating, competing, and developing strong and cost-effective cyber and network security solutions and products.
• Alumni will be committed to the highest standards of ethical practice relevant to the cyber and network security profession.
• Alumni will be able to encounter UAE market expectations with a set of professional skills, including cyber and network security, new technologies and tools, communication skills, and teamwork.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

Degree Requirements

Required Credit Hours : minimum 120 hours

General Education (Req. CH: 21)

Students shall register 6 CH from the 6 following themes (a maximum of 3 CH from each theme, except theme 11, where all 6 CHs should be taken for a particular language)

College Requirements (Req. CH: 41)

Major Requirements

Internship

Elective Courses