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Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics
The course will provides graduates with a rigourous Cybersecurity curriculum that covers offensive attacks, defensive methods and investigative skills. It gives you the competitive edge for a boost in your future studies and career focusing in Cybersecurity field.
Course details
| Field of study | Information and Digital Technologies |
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
|
| Certification offered | Diploma in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Design, Engineering and Technology cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type
| 1-6 |
Course modules
Diploma Modules
- Front-End Web Development
- Programming Methodology
- Computer Organisation
- Mathematics
- Linux Administration and Security
- Infocomm Security and Network Fundamentals
- Ethical Hacking Essentials
- Digital Forensics and Investigation
- Financial Education 1
- Education and Career Guidance
- Elective 1
Common Core Curriculum
- Thinking Critically in the Digital Age
- Collaboration in the Digital Age
- Artificial Intelligence and its Impact
- Problem Solving with Creative and Computational Thinking
- Persuasive Communication with Data Storytelling
- Data Fluency
Diploma Modules
- Back-End Web Development
- Applied Cryptography
- Data Protection for Cyber Security
- Malware Reverse Engineering
- Securing Microsoft Windows
- Financial Education 2
- Financial Education 3
- Elective 2
- Elective 3
Cyber Offensive and oPerational Technology Track
- Offensive Security
- Industrial Control Systems Cyber Range Essentials
Cyber Defence Security Track
- Cybersecurity Infrastructure Configuration
- Secure Coding
Security Incident Management Track
- Advanced Digital Forensics
- Security Policy and Incident Management
Common Core Curriculum
- Sustainable Innovation Project
- Digital Communication for Impact
- Effective Writing for the Workplace
- Personal Branding and Career Agility
In year 2 semester 1, students can opt for their preferred specialisation track.
In year 2 semester 2, students can opt into Industry Project Pathway. In lieu of attending module classes, students learn through projects and gain credits and exposure to the latest technologies.
Year-Long Internship Pathway
- Internship (44 weeks)
Industry Project Pathway
- InfoSec Project Development and Management
- Internship (22 weeks)
University Pathway
- InfoSec Project Development and Management
- Computing Electives (Administered by University)
Option to take:
- Elective 4
- Elective 5
- Magnet Certified Forensics Investigator
- Check Point Certified Security Administrator
- Qualified Information Security Associate
- Qualified Information Security Professional
- EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker
- EC Council Certified Hacking Forensics Investigator
- EC Council Certified Security Analyst
- ThinkSECURE Organizational Systems Security Analyst
- ThinkSECURE Organizational Systems Wireless Auditor
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer
Internship
| Internship duration | 22 weeks or 44 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Cyber Risk Analyst
- Forensic Investigator
- Incident Investigator
- Security Engineer
- Security Operations Analyst
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing Analyst
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.