Program Description
This course focuses on the practical and theoretical dimensions of cyber security across a
range of fundamental areas, such as network security and vulnerability assessment,
information security policy and governance, digital forensics, and ethical hacking. Students
will gain a solid grounding in conventional computer and network security concepts and skills.
In addition, the course is designed to meet the changing landscape of secure computing,
which involves not only computers, but also network enabled devices such as smartphones,
tablet devices, and Internet of Things (IoT).
Skills you will learn
Is able to critically assess the threat level to a digital environment and select and apply
appropriate computer system security and penetration tools and techniques in order
to secure a computer network.
Can critically select and apply a range of analytical and methodological problem
solving and investigative techniques including system profiling and vulnerability analysis, based on research and to be able to interpret the solutions and present
results appropriately.
Is able to reflect on their own academic practice and development as a security
professional, identify areas for improvement and adapt to future cyber security tools,
techniques, technology and threats.
Is able to find, distil and evaluate relevant academic, commercial and non-commercial
information assets then apply this information in resolving digital security problems.
Program Highlights
Degree Awarded
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Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security
Commencement of Session
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January 2023 (then 4 times a year; Oct, Jan, Apr or Jul)
Study Model
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Online Studies / E-learning
Approval
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To be approved by the Ministry of Education and Research, Estonia.
Duration
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36 Months
Credits
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180 ECTS/EAP ( European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System)
Program Learning Outcomes
Has a broad knowledge of cyber defence and attack techniques, technologies and
tools in order to implement appropriate technical and non-technical solutions to
prepare for, defend against and recover from cyber intrusion.
Is familiar with appropriate and current procedures and standards for managing cyber
risks and threats, undertaking penetration testing and ensuring network security.
Has knowledge of the legal and ethical issues and responsibilities pertaining to cyber
security activities with regard to the impact of the cyber intrusion on society, industry,
national infrastructure and national security.
Is familiar with current and emerging research and development in the field of Cyber
Security and related disciplines.
Is able to update their knowledge in the area of cyber security through academic study,
research and professional development.
Is familiar with the current and developing state of cyber criminality and cyber warfare
threats, vulnerabilities and defensive tools and techniques.
Program Curriculum
Provides basic knowledge and skills required for understanding
and managing IT and/or cyber security specific subjects.
and managing IT and/or cyber security specific subjects.
Contains courses focused on IT essentials and important components of IT – networks, programming, databases, web applications, etc.
contains courses focused on cyber security details, IT systems administration and development (with security-special properties), penetration testing, malware, reverse engineering, forensics and cryptography and also a corresponding internship.
Student can freely choose any courses offered by the institute without any restrictions.
classical thesis (formulation of a practical problem with
corresponding analysis and solution) related to cyber security or to an area, where cyber security plays an important role.
corresponding analysis and solution) related to cyber security or to an area, where cyber security plays an important role.
Mandatory Core Courses
PBAM0705 - Macroeconomics.
PBAM0710 - Business Administration.
PBAM0715 - Microeconomics.
PBAM0725 - Organisation Management.
PBAM0750 - Corporate Finance.
PBAM0810 - Marketing.
PBAM0820 - Human Resource Management.
PBAM0830 - Innovation & Management.
PBAM0840 - Management Techniques.
PBAM0850 - Corporate Governance and International Business.
Thesis project
PBAM1080 - Business Research Methods.
PBAM1090 - Thesis Presentation & Defence.
Elective Courses (Any 7)
PBAM0915 - Human Resource Management 2.
PBAM0920 - Strategic Management.
PBAM0925 - Project Management.
PBAM0935 - Change Management.
PBAM0940 - Commercial Awareness & CRM.
PBAM0950 - Leadership.
PBAM1015 - Globalization.
PBAM1020 - Coaching.
PBAM0840 - Management Techniques.
PBAM1025 - Conflict Management.
PBAM1028 - Business Law.
PBAM1030 - Strategic Marketing.
PBAM1033 - Communication Skills.
PBAM1045 - Risk Management.
PBAM1050 - Corporate Social Responsibility.
Program Structure
| Semester 1 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0107 | Introduction to Informatics and Computers | 5 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0102 | Professional Science Essentials | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0109 | Fundamentals of Networking | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | UCSC0104 | Introduction to Programming with Python | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | UCSC0108 | Mathematics for Computing | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | UCSC0106 | Statistics – Probability and Descriptive Statistics | 5 | 4 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||
| Semester 2 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0201 | Object Oriented and Functional Programming with Python | 5 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0207 | Algorithms and Data Structures | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0208 | Systems Analysis | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | UCSC0209 | Web Technologies | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | UCSC0210 | Windows administration | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | UCSC0206 | Introduction to Data Protection and Cyber Security | 5 | 4 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0301 | Database Modeling and Database Systems | 5 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0304 | Machine Learning – Supervised Learning | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0305 | Machine Learning – Unsupervised Learning and Feature Engineering | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | UCSC0307 | Linux Administration | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | UCSC0308 | IT Security Management | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | UCSC0309 | Web Application Security | 5 | 4 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||
| Semester 4 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0407 | Network Security Fundamentals | 5 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0408 | Project Methods and Professionalism | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0409 | Software Reverse Engineering | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | UCSC0410 | Computer Forensics | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | UCSC0411 | Crytography | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | UCSC0412 | IoT and OT Security | 5 | 4 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||
| Semester 5 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0506 | Ethical Hacking and Defence | 5 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0507 | Enterprise Security and Governance | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0508 | Cyber Security Incident Detection and Response | 5 | 4 |
| 4 | UCSC0509 | Logging and Monitoring | 5 | 4 |
| 5 | UCSC0510 | Secure Programming | 10 | 8 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||
| Semester 6 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. N. | Course | Course Name | EAP | Hours/Week |
| 1 | UCSC0604 | Advanced Routing and Switching | 10 | 4 |
| 2 | UCSC0605 | Advanced Networking | 10 | 4 |
| 3 | UCSC0603 | Bachelor Thesis | 10 | 16 |
| Total For The Semester | 30 | 24 | ||