DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CYBER SECURITY)
KPT/JPS (R/482/4/0095)11/20 | MQA/FA 6624
Course Duration
Full time 2½ Years (5 Long Semesters + 2 Short Semesters)
Intakes
Feb / Apr / May / Sept
Overview
Grooming students for entry-level cybersecurity positions, the programme exposes students to the principles and practices of digital and cybersecurity. It aims to equip students with analytical and technical skills necessary in the areas of network security, software security and digital forensics such as installing and configuring critical software, monitoring networks, responding to cyber attacks, assessing threats, and finding and fixing vulnerabilities. Graduates of the programme will become cybersecurity specialists who are capable of helping their organisations to secure computer and network resources as well as critical and sensitive information.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
SPM: PASS WITH AT LEAST CREDIT in any 3 subjects inclusive of Mathematics
IGCSE / O-LEVEL: PASS WITH A MINIMUM OF GRADE C in 3 subjects inclusive of Mathematics
UEC: PASS WITH A MINIMUM OF GRADE B in any 3 subjects inclusive of Mathematics
English Language Requirements
FOR MALAYSIAN STUDENTS
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SPM/SPMV: Minimum pass; OR
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IGCSE: Minimum pass; OR
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Any equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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IGCSE: Minimum pass; OR
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MUET: Minimum band 2; OR
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IELTS: Minimum band 4.0; OR
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TOEFL: Minimum score of 397; OR
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Any equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government
** Validity of test results:
-MUET: 5 years
-IELTS & TOEFL: 2 years
Programme Outline
Education Pathway
Upon completing this course, students can proceed to pursue further study in the following courses:
Career Prospects
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IT Security Analyst
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IT Security Engineer
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IT Security Consultant
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Computer Forensic Examiner
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IT Security Officer
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Network Security Administrator
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Information Security Consultant
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Security Penetration Tester
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Software Security Specialist
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Digital Forensics Scientist
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Malware Analyst
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Cyber Security Auditor
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Computer Forensics Investigator