The Bachelor of Engineering in Cyber Security (Honours) programme at Xiamen University Malaysia is developed to cater to this growing market demand. Offered by the School of Computing and Data Science, the programme aims to produce competent cyber security experts, analysts, and engineers capable of:

• Developing cyber-resilient systems
• Identifying threats and vulnerabilities in computing systems
• Conducting risk assessments of these systems
• Implementing appropriate solutions to mitigate risks posed by cyber security threats and attacks

Strong Academic Support

The programme is backed by a strong local and international academic team, comprising PhD degree holders in cyber security and related fields in information and communication technology. Additionally, it is supported by the School of Informatics of Xiamen University China, which is ranked among the top ten in China and boasts a distinguished faculty in cyber security.

Students will benefit from a world-class cyber security education through interactions with both local and international faculty members.

Comprehensive Curriculum

The programme equips graduates with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to tackle a wide range of complex computing and cyber security challenges. The curriculum, adapted from the main campus, includes major core courses covering both the theoretical and practical applications of cyber security, such as:

• Information assurance
• Network security
• Data security
• Societal and organisational security

In addition to these specialised courses, students will also take common core courses in:

• Mathematics
• Computer science
• Software engineering
• Artificial intelligence

With its comprehensive coverage of relevant topics, the programme ensures that graduates are well-prepared for professional roles in computing and cyber security. Furthermore, they will be well-equipped to pursue postgraduate studies at top universities worldwide.