The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (BScCyS) is a 4-year program preparing students for careers in network, web and applications security. The program equips students with experience in network and cyber-attacks, AI-driven solutions and how to defend and prevent them, as well as the ethical implications of security. Graduates are in high demand in various industries due to the UAE's focus on diversifying its economy. Graduates can pursue roles such as Chief Information Security Officer, Forensic Computer Analyst, and Cyber Security Engineer.
Programme-specific requirements may apply. Source: cud.ac.ae admission pages, retrieved 2026-08-18.
Graduates of this program will have a wealth of industries to choose from and often go on to become: Cyber Security Analyst Information Security Manager Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) Network Security Engineer Security Consultant Forensic Computer Analyst Security Software Developer Compliance and Risk Analyst Graduates can also pursue advanced studies, such as a Master’s or PhD in Cyber Security or related fields, to specialize further and enhance career prospects, including academic and high-level research roles.
The program has been awarded the accreditation by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE on December 09, 2020.
Award
BSc
Start Date
Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters
Duration
4 years
Qualification
BSc
Subject Area
Computer Science