Programme Structure

Module Code
Module Title
Credits
Core Modules
CYS521 Cybersecurity Science and Applications 20
CYS522 Network Security 20
CYS523 Cyber Threat Intelligence and Analysis 20
CYS524 Cryptography and Information Security 20
Elective Modules* (Students must choose TWO modules, subject to timetabling).
CYS525 Cybersecurity Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance 20
CYS526 Malware Investigation and Analysis 20
CYS527 Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment 20
CYS528 Digital Forensics and Incident Investigation 20
CYS529 Recent Trends and Issues in Cybersecurity 20
Other relevant PG module from other programmes at BUiD*
Workshops (Attend FOUR internal workshops offered by BUiD Doctoral Training Centre)
Research Methods Introduction 0
Introduction to quantitative research tools (Jamovi/SPSS) 0
Qualitative research methods-NVIVO 0
How to write a research paper? 0
Dissertation
CYS530 Dissertation 60
Total Credits 180

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