Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Cyber Security / 網絡安全（榮譽）理學士

Department :Department of Digital Innovation and Technology

Programme Name :Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Cyber Security

Programme Code :DS125114

Duration :

Full-time: 2 Years (Top-up Degree)
Medium of Instruction :English

Venue(s) :

Core Modules: Chai Wan Campus
General Education (GE) : Chai Wan/Tsing Yi Campus

The programme is recognised under the QF Level: 5
Registration No.: 25/000736/L5
Registration Validity Period: 01/09/2025 to 31/08/2031

Programme Highlights

• Gain practical experience by applying theoretical knowledge to real-world cybersecurity challenges and solutions;
• Develop skills and competencies that are highly valued by the industry; and
• Aligned with industry standards, encompasses FOUR core cybersecurity topics and foundational knowledge in Software Security, Network Security, Data Security and Security Management and Human Factor ensuring a well-rounded education in cybersecurity.

Career Prospects

Graduates may enter career as Security Analyst, System Security Administrator, Security Engineer, Security Specialist, Security Auditor, System Administrator, System Engineer and I.T. Technical Support.

Professional Recognitions

Graduates are ready to sit in the following certification examination:

1. Cisco CyberOps Associate certification
2. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
3. Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
4. Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
5. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Entrance Requirements

Entrance Requirements for Year 3:
Higher Diploma OR equivalent sub-degree qualifications/studies in a relevant area of study.

Remarks:

1. Additional core modules maybe required (with fee charged) for sub-degree graduates according to the educational background of individuals.
2. All applicants are screened and selected by an Admission Panel. If interview is required, it would be conducted in English.
3. For enquiry please contact Department of Digital Innovation and Technology at 3890 8323 (Phone) or 3890 8386 (WhatsApp).

Tuition Fee

• The tuition fees are charged according to the number of credit points taken during a semester.
• The tuition fee for academic year 2026/27 per credit:

Local Students Non-local Students
HK$ 3,995  HK$ 5,195

Programme Curriculum

This is a credit-based programme, which students will normally complete over 2 years (in 4 semesters). Students are required to take 60 credit points with modules as shown below.

Year 3

• Algorithms & Complexity for Security
• Introduction to Cryptography
• Network & Cyber Defence
• Ethical Hacking
• Software Development Security
• Operating System Security
• Designing Secure Systems
• Human Behaviour in Cyber Systems
• Work-Integrated Learning (Summer Semester)
• GE Core Module: English for Academic Studies
• GE Core Module: Chinese 2

Year 4

• Incident Management & Digital Forensics
• Security Management & Audit
• Security & Artificial Intelligence
• Final Year Project 1
• Final Year Project 2
• GE Core Module: English for Professional Purposes
• General Education Elective Module 1
• General Education Elective Module 2
• Programme Elective Module: Programme Elective 1

Programme Elective Modules

1. Applied Cryptography & Blockchain Technology
2. Cyber Warfare