Master of Cyber Security (MECR) (ODL)
Programme Overview
Max: 4 Years
Fees
Programme Codes
The Master of Cyber Security is a master’s degree course offered on a full-time basis (Open Distance Learning). The Open Distance Learning (ODL) study is conducted fully online. The duration of study for this programme is 3 semesters (1.5 years) and the total number of credits for graduation is 45. It has been accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) based on the current Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF).
This programme bridges the gap between those cyber security aspects with the industry requirements. The aim of this programme is to support the global need in producing professional, dedicated and ethical cyber security experts who will effectively plan, design, manage and practice reliable cyber security mechanisms and technologies. The programme is benchmarked against cyber security professional certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional, CPT (Certified Penetration Tester), CSAP (Certified Secure Application Professional), CDSP (Certified Data Security Professional), CHFI (Computer Hacking and Forensic Investigation) and Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK).
ONE University Elective Course (3 Credits)
ONE Core Faculty (3 Credits) - Research Methodology
EIGHT Core Courses (30 Credits) - Including Project 1 and 2
THREE Elective Courses (9 Credits)
*TWO Pre-Requistite (6 Credits)
Total 45 Credits.
*Total 51 Credits.
PEO1: Mastery of knowledge and competency in advanced areas of Cyber Security field.
PEO2: Practice professionalism and high standards of ethical conducts within organization and society.
PEO3: Responsive to changing situations by continuously acquiring new knowledge and skills.
PLO1: Synthesize complex information, specializedconcepts, theories, methods and practice independently in the field ofCyber Security. (Knowledge and Understanding)
PLO2: Solve complex problems critically and integratively using systematic approaches.(Cognitive Skills)
PLO3: Apply practical skills to solve problems in the field of Cyber Security. (Practical Skills)
PLO4: Demonstrate effective collaboration with stakeholders professionally.(Interpersonal Skills)
PLO5: Communicate effectively the knowledge, skills and ideas using appropriate methods to peers, experts and communities.(Communications Skills)
PLO6: Use digital technologies and appropriate softwares competently to enhance study and practice.(Digital Skills)
PLO7: Evaluate numerical and graphical data critically using quantitative or qualitative tools in solving problems.(Numeracy Skills)
PLO8: Demonstrate leadership, autonomy and responsibility in managing resources.(Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility)
PLO9: Engage self-advancement through continuous learning or professional development.(Personal Skills)
PLO10: Initiate entrepreneurial projects supported by relevant knowledge and skills.(Entrepreneurial Skills)
PLO11: Demonstrate respectable ethical conducts and professionalism skills in an organization and society.(Ethics and Professionalism Skills)
(i) CGPA ≥ 2.5 for the Bachelor Degree of Computer Science, or IT, or Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from UTM or any other recognized university by Malaysia ; or
(ii) CGPA < 2.5 for the Bachelor Degree of Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with 5 years of working experience in related fields (e.g., cyber security/information security) and recognized by University Senate ; or (iii) Candidates with non-Computer Science degree (e.g. IT & other engineering) must complete two additional courses during first semester of the programme: 1. Cryptography 2. Computer Security OR (iii) Candidates with a Diploma in Computer Science or equivalent from a university recognized by Malaysia must have at least 5 years of working experience in a cyber security-related field AND pass the APEL T-7 assessment.
Security Officer/Manager,
Security Analyst,
Security Engineer,
Security Penetration Tester,
Web Security Manager,
Cybersecurity Specialist,
Forensic Specialist.
Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Programme Director
Email: maheyzah@utm.my
Contact Number: +60127072867
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