Information and Communications Technology (Information Security)

The Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Information and Communications Technology majoring in Information Security is a four-year direct honours degree programme; the first undergraduate degree programme offered by a local autonomous university that majors in information security.

The programme is designed to provide students with the necessary industry-relevant knowledge and practical technical skills to become specialised professionals in the field of information security that will be in demand by the industry.

Building on the core computer science fundamentals, specialised in-depth knowledge and technical skills will be taught to cover a holistic range of topics in Information Security. Students will learn about Secured Software Development, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics as well as Security Governance and Management. Security in emerging areas such as mobile and cloud security will also be covered.

Eligibility and Exemption:

Diploma holders from any of the five local polytechnics, A-Level / IB Diploma graduates, and holders of equivalent Year 12 qualifications are welcome to apply.

Holders of BCA Academy Diploma in Construction IT are eligible to apply.

Subject to approval, diploma holders may be granted exemptions for up to 10 modules based on modules taken during their diploma course. Exemptions may also be considered for relevant professional or industrial certifications.