Computer Science - Cyber Security (Honours) Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)

Overview

This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies and industries while giving students a competitive edge. Emphasis is on the application of knowledge through teamwork, case studies, simulations and real-life projects.

This Computer Science - Cyber Security (Honours) programme from Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) emphasis on theoretical and practical applications in cybersecurity. The focus in cyber security means that students are not only trained to protect computer systems and networks, but they are also trained to extend the security protection to humans, who are the users of the computer systems. This holistic view of security would enable the students to become technically competent in various aspects of security, as well as giving them the right mindset to take up a leadership role in managing cybersecurity in an organization. Given that UNITEN is a subsidiary of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), students are also exposed to the niche domain knowledge of security for critical infrastructure, where the expertise in this area is highly sought after in the industry.

Career Prospect

• Range of Monthly Salary (from fresh to senior position):

• RM2,600 – RM42,000

• Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.

• Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):

• 97.78% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study

• Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.