Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Network Technology and Cybersecurity)

 

Duration : 36 Months.

Awarding University : Lincoln University, Malaysia

Level : Bachelor

This program offers a unique opportunity to learn about specialist security techniques and use real-world networking equipment in a security context. Students are also educated about market-leading Cisco Routing & Switching Techniques, security appliances, ethical hacking techniques, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing and data encryption technology. This program also offers flexibility in the final year; with optional units including areas such as Server Windows 2008, Exchange, Administration and a Varied Catalog of Linux Administration/Unix Shell Scripting / Emerging Web Technologies and Cloud Computing/SAP Administration.

Programme Aim

  • To develop real-time systems and offer training regarding the development of hardware as well as resources with the help of advanced software development and simulation tools.

Career Opportunities

  • Network Manager

  • Network Analyst

  • Network Administrator

  • Systems Administrator

  • IT security Specialist

  • IT Support Engineer

Intake

February/September

Entry Requirements

In order to be eligible for the course of study in Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, candidates should have fulfilled the relevant minimum qualifications indicated under one of the following three categories.

Category (1)

(a) Sri Lankan GCE AL: A minimum of 3 "S" passes in any 3 approved AL subject

OR

(b) Cambridge/Edexcel AL: A minimum of 3 "E" passes in any subject.

Category (2)

Those without 3 AL passes as indicated in category (1) (a) OR (1)(b) but sat for AL examination AND successful completion of Lincoln Foundation in Maths (10 months)

Category (3)

GCE OL 6 passes including Maths and successful completion of Lincoln Foundation in Maths (12 months)

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Credit transfer for registration at 3rd year:

Pearson Higher National Diploma/SQA Advanced Diploma or any other Diploma in relevant field to be considered on case by case basis in consultation with Lincoln University

Module line up

Year 1
  • Principles of Programming

  • Discrete Mathematics and Probability

  • English

  • Computer Systems

  • Operating Systems

  • Computer Networks

  • Computer Organization

  • Database Management Systems

  • Data structures and Algorithms

  • Applied Statistics

  • Data Communication & networking

Year 2
  • Values & Ethics in profession

  • Object Oriented Programming

  • Computer Ethics

  • Information Assurance & Security

  • Network Security and Privacy

  • Microsoft Windows Server Administration

  • Human Computer Interaction

  • Software Engineering Fundamentals

  • System Analysis and Design

  • Project Management

Year 3
  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Wireless Communication

  • Inter Routing Technology

  • Information Security

  • Cyber Security Legal Issues & Policy Analysis

  • Linux Administration

  • Web Technology

  • Final year Project 1

  • Information Assurance & Security

  • Final year Project

  • Cyber Security Management

  • Advance Switching Technology & Trouble Shoot

  • Industrial Training

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