BSc HONOURS IN COMPUTER NETWORKS AND CYBER SECURITY

What is Computer Network and Cyber Security?

Computer Network and Cyber Security is a degree that equips you with the skills to manage and protect computer networks. You’ll learn how to design, implement, secure, and troubleshoot corporate networks while applying essential cybersecurity principles.

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

Course Code
Course Title
Credits
COM1301
Introduction to Computer Systems
3
COM1302
Computer Architecture
3
COM1303
Fundamentals of Programming
3
COM1304
Academic Practices and Grooming
3
COM1305
Mathematics for Computing I
3
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
COM1306
Data Structures and Algorithms
3
COM1307
Object Oriented Programming
3
COM1308
Web Technologies
3
COM1309
Data Communications
3
COM1310
Mathematics for Computing II
3
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
CNC2301
Computer Networks
3
COM2301
Database Systems
3
COM2302
Systems Analysis and Design
3
CNC2302
Network Operating System
3
COM2304
Applied Statistics
3
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
CNC2303
Cryptography
3
CNC2304
Component Security
3
CNC2305
Mobiles and Wireless Networks
3
CNC2306
Networking Infrastructure and Protocols
3
CNC2307
Principles of Cyber Security
3
Career Planning and Employability Skills Development - Seminar
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
COM3301
Research Methods for Computing
3
CNC3301
Secure Software Development
3
CNC3302
Cyber Crime and Legal Environment
3
CNC3303
Network Security
3
CNC3304
Web Security
3
CNC3305
Network Management
3
MIS3302
IS Project Management
3
COM3302
Knowledge-based Systems
3
COM3303
Emerging Technologies
3
MIS3306
IT Infrastructure
3
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
CNC3906
Work Based Enterprise Placement
9
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
COM4901
Final Year Individual Project
9
COM4302
IT Professionalism and Practice
3
CNC4301
Advanced Computer Networks
3
CNC4302
System Security
3
CNC4303
Cyber Security Analytic
3
COM4303
Data Science
3
COM4304
High Performance Computing
3
COM4305
Database Server Management
3
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
CNC4304
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
3
CNC4305
Digital Forensic
3
CNC4306
System and Network Administration
3
CNC4307
Cloud Computing and Virtualization
3
COM4307
Internet of Things
3
COM4308
Operational Research
3
SEN4304
Advanced Web Technology
3
MIS4307
Entrepreneurship
3