The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Cyber Security is a homegrown degree program specifically designed to deliver a suitable level of theoretical and practical understanding in information technology and cyber security that is useful in the workplace. The first intake was in September 2015 and has achieved full accreditation from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) starting from 4th January 2018.

This programme consists of various Body of Knowledge in Information Technology and offers courses such as information system security, cryptography, ethical hacking, cyber security operation, network security, security assurance, digital forensic, entrepreneurship, final year project and industrial training. Students learn to design, implement, integrate and manage various security infrastructure components through a mix of theoretical and hands-on activities.

At the end of the program, graduates should be able to demonstrate specific skills in the areas of information technology and cyber security as well as apply their knowledge and skills to solve problems and make decisions in fast growing cybersecurity field. 

This programme is suitable for those who are interested in working with the government and private sectors as security engineer, security analyst, network security engineer, network security specialist, data security analyst, security administrator, information security architect, application security tester, information security consultant or senior IT auditor.  

Graduates can also further their study at master level in local higher institutions in specific field such as Computer Security, Network, Software Engineering or Information Science.