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MASTER OF CYBER SECURITY
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).
mode of programme
Taught Course / Open Distance Learning ( ODL)
DURATION OF PROGRAMME
3-8 Semesters
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Malaysia University Entrance Test (MUET) with a minimum score of Band 4.0 and above; or
- IELTS with a minimum score of Band 6.0 and above; or
- TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 60 and above; or
- Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE), with a minimum score of 168 and above; or
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with a minimum score of 59 and above; or
- Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level) achieving Level 109 and above.
Visit https://admission.utm.my/english-language-requirements-3/ for more information about English requirements.
| MALAYSIAN/INTERNATIONAL | WITHOUT PRE-REQUISITE | WITH PRE-REQUISITE |
| Malaysian Student | RM 19,600 | RM 21,340 |
| International Student | RM 34,650 | RM 38,130 |
| Programme Coordinator | Ts. Dr. Maheyzah Md Siraj |
| Contact Number | 012-7072867 |
| maheyzah@utm.my |
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
This programme comprises of 45 credits.
Students must complete the following course
ADDITIONAL COURSES (FOR NON CS BACKGROUND)
MECR 0013 : Cryptography
MECR 0023 : Computer Security
PROGRAMME CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)
MECR 1023 : Information Security Governance and Risk Management (3 Credits)
MECR 1033 : Digital Forensics (3 Credits)
MECR 1043 : Cloud Computing Security (3 Credits)
MECR 1053 : Secure Software Engineering (3 Credits)
MECR 1063 : Cryptographic Engineering (3 Credits)
MECR 1073 : Penetration Testing (3 Credits)
MECR 1013 : Research Methodology (3 Credits)
ELECTIVE COURSES . CHOOSE 3. SUBJECT TO FACULTY OFFERS EVERY SEMESTER (9 CREDITS)
MECR 2113 : Business Continuity Planning (3 Credits)
MECR 2123 : Security Audit & Assessment (3 Credits)
MECR 2213 : Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 Credits)
MECR 2223 : Security Data Exploration (3 Credits)
MECR 2233 :Security Data Analytics & Visualization (3 Credits)
MECR 2313 : Software Exploitation (3 Credits)
MECR 2323 : Malware Analysis (3 Credits)
UNIVERSITY COURSES. CHOOSE 1. SUBJECT TO FACULTY OFFERS EVERY SEMESTER (3 CREDITS)
UECS 6013 : IT Project Management (3 Credits)
UHIS 6013 : Philosophy of Science and Civilization (3 Credits)
UHLM 6013 : Malay Language for Post Graduates (3 Credits)
UHMS 6013 : Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues (3 Credits)
UHMZ 6023 : Malaysian Society and Culture (3 Credits)
UBSS 6013 : Organization Behavior and Development (3 Credits)
UBSS 6023 : Business Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability (3 Credits)
UHPS 6013 : Dynamics of Leadership (3 Credits)
URTS 6013 : Environmental Ethics (3 Credits)
UECS 6023 : Introduction to Technopreneurship (3 Credits)
UMJJ 6013 : Basic Japanese Language and Culture (3 Credits)
MASTER PROJECT (12 CREDITS)
MECR 2415 : Master Project I (5 Credits)
MECR 2427 : Master Project II (7 Credits)
