Master of Cyber Security - ODL at UTM University Malaysia

Master of Cyber Security - ODL

Qualification

Master's Degree

Duration

1.5 years

Intake

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English Requirement

IELTS 6.0

Offer Letter

Fees Applies

Class Type

Online

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The Master of Cyber Security program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia offers a full-time Open Distance Learning (ODL) course that can be completed entirely online. With a duration of three semesters (1.5 years) and a total of 45 credits required for graduation, this program has received accreditation from the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) based on the current Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF). Its main objective is to bridge the gap between industry requirements and cyber security aspects by producing professional, dedicated, and ethical experts in the field. The program aims to equip students with the necessary skills to plan, design, manage, and implement reliable cyber security mechanisms and technologies. Aligned with industry standards, the curriculum incorporates prestigious certifications such as CISSP, Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional, CPT, CSAP, CDSP, CHFI, and CCSK, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the ever-evolving cyber security landscape.

ADDITIONAL COURSES (FOR NON CS BACKGROUND)

Cryptography
Computer Security

PROGRAMME CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)

Information Security Governance and Risk Management (3 Credits)
Digital Forensics (3 Credits)
Cloud Computing Security (3 Credits)
Secure Software Engineering (3 Credits)
Cryptographic Engineering (3 Credits)
Penetration Testing (3 Credits)
Research Methodology (3 Credits)

ELECTIVE COURSES . CHOOSE 3. SUBJECT TO FACULTY OFFERS EVERY SEMESTER (9 CREDITS)

Business Continuity Planning (3 Credits)
Security Audit & Assessment (3 Credits)
Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 Credits)
Security Data Exploration (3 Credits)
Security Data Analytics & Visualization (3 Credits)
Software Exploitation (3 Credits)
Malware Analysis (3 Credits)

UNIVERSITY COURSES. CHOOSE 1. SUBJECT TO FACULTY OFFERS EVERY SEMESTER (3 CREDITS)

IT Project Management (3 Credits)
Philosophy of Science and Civilization (3 Credits)
Malay Language for Post Graduates (3 Credits)
Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues (3 Credits)
Malaysian Society and Culture (3 Credits)
Organization Behavior and Development (3 Credits)
Business Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability (3 Credits)
Dynamics of Leadership (3 Credits)
Environmental Ethics (3 Credits)
Introduction to Technopreneurship (3 Credits)
Basic Japanese Language and Culture (3 Credits)

MASTER PROJECT (12 CREDITS)

Master Project I (5 Credits)
Master Project II (7 Credits)

Master of Cyber Security - ODL

Master of Cyber Security - ODL