BSc HONOURS IN COMPUTER NETWORKS AND CYBER SECURITY
What is Computer Network and Cyber Security?
This specialized degree program prepares students to protect digital infrastructure through skills in network architecture, ethical hacking, firewalls, and threat management. It integrates theoretical learning with hands-on training in secure networking environments. With rising global demand for cybersecurity professionals, graduates are well-positioned for careers as network engineers, cybersecurity analysts, penetration testers, and security architects in both the public and private sectors.
Why should I do Computer Network and Cyber Security?
In today’s digital world, protecting networks from cyber threats is crucial. This degree prepares you to become a sought-after professional who can safeguard critical information and systems. With these skills, you can pursue exciting careers such as Chief Information Security Officer, Forensic Computer Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, and many more. As technology advances, the demand for experts in network security will continue to grow, ensuring a bright future in this field.
Why should I choose KIU for Computer Network and Cyber Security?
KIU undergraduates has the opportunity to take part in industrial placements in leading companies which provide valuable industry and research experience. This will ensure that the KIU Computer Networks and Cyber Security graduates will have the opportunity to be employed as Chief Information Security Officers, Forensic Computer Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Penetration Testers, Security Architects and many more.
Entry Requirements
- At least three (3) simple passes (S) in Physical Sciences stream or Engineering Technology stream in one and the same sitting at the G.C.E (Advanced Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification.
Or - At least three (3) simple passes (S) in any stream in one and the same sitting at the G.C.E (Advanced Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification with a Credit pass (C) in Mathematics at the G.C.E (Ordinary Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examination of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification with a bridging programme approved by the Specified Authority.
Or - At least three (3) simple passes(S) in any stream in one and the same sitting with a simple pass (S) for Information & Communication Technology, in any attempt at the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification and a Credit pass(C) in Mathematics at the G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination conducted by the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka or equivalent qualification
COURSE CONTENT
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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COM1301
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Introduction to Computer Systems
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3
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COM1302
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Computer Architecture
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3
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COM1303
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Fundamentals of Programming
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3
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COM1304
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Academic Practices and Grooming
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3
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COM1305
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Mathematics for Computing I
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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COM1306
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Data Structures and Algorithms
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3
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COM1307
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Object Oriented Programming
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3
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COM1308
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Web Technologies
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3
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COM1309
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Data Communications
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3
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COM1310
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Mathematics for Computing II
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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CNC2301
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Computer Networks
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3
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COM2301
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Database Systems
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3
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COM2302
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Systems Analysis and Design
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3
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CNC2302
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Network Operating System
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3
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COM2304
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Applied Statistics
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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CNC2303
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Cryptography
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3
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CNC2304
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Component Security
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3
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CNC2305
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Mobiles and Wireless Networks
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3
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CNC2306
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Networking Infrastructure and Protocols
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3
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CNC2307
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Principles of Cyber Security
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3
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Career Planning and Employability Skills Development - Seminar
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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COM3301
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Research Methods for Computing
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3
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CNC3301
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Secure Software Development
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3
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CNC3302
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Cyber Crime and Legal Environment
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3
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CNC3303
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Network Security
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3
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CNC3304
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Web Security
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3
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CNC3305
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Network Management
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3
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MIS3302
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IS Project Management
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3
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COM3302
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Knowledge-based Systems
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3
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COM3303
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Emerging Technologies
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3
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MIS3306
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IT Infrastructure
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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CNC3906
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Work Based Enterprise Placement
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9
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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COM4901
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Final Year Individual Project
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9
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COM4302
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IT Professionalism and Practice
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3
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CNC4301
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Advanced Computer Networks
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3
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CNC4302
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System Security
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3
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CNC4303
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Cyber Security Analytic
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3
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COM4303
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Data Science
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3
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COM4304
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High Performance Computing
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3
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COM4305
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Database Server Management
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3
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Credits
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CNC4304
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Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
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3
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CNC4305
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Digital Forensic
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3
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CNC4306
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System and Network Administration
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3
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CNC4307
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Cloud Computing and Virtualization
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3
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COM4307
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Internet of Things
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3
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COM4308
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Operational Research
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3
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SEN4304
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Advanced Web Technology
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3
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MIS4307
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Entrepreneurship
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3
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