BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity

Course Overview

Introduction

With a strong emphasis on practical application of academic and theoretical aspects, this programme aims to teach the key skills and competencies required by a cybersecurity professional, using specialised physical and virtual labs.  It will cover specialist security topics in the computing field, including forensics, cryptography, security management, penetration testing, reverse engineering and exploit development.

Programme Features

Learning at Cybersecurity Centre
The Centre established by VTC at Chai Wan Campus. It plays an important role in nurturing young talents through pre-employment training for cybersecurity workforce. Students will have opportunities to attend trainings to upskill competencies of professionals through handling real scenario security incident.

Qualifications Framework
The programme is accredited by the HKCAAVQ at Hong Kong Qualification Framework (HKQF) Level 5 which is the same as that of locally accredited honours bachelor's degree programmes.

Employment
The degree qualification pitched at HKQF Level 5 are formally recognised by the HKSAR Government for employment purposes for graduate posts.

Further studies
Upon graduation, students may pursue their further studies at Master’s degree level.

Entry Requirements
Holders of VTC Higher Diploma in Cybersecurity
OR

Holders of VTC Higher Diploma in Information and Network Security 
OR

Holders of Higher Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent qualifications in relevant IT subject areas from recognised institutions will also be considered.  These applicants must also be able to demonstrate competence equivalent to an HKDSE Level 2 or HKCEE Grade E in Mathematics.* 

English Proficiency Requirements
Applicants successfully completed a Higher Diploma or Associate Degree taught and assessed in English from a recognised institution in Hong Kong or equivalent;
OR

At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

*Subject to final approval by Coventry University

Application Deadline
15 Aug 2025