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Master of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering (MCSE) programme covers different aspects related to Cybersecurity architecture and design, Advanced Networking, Security Management, Software Security and Testing, Research Methods & Modeling etc. The programme is designed to be placed on NQF level 9 with a total of 36 credits, equal to 144 NQF credits. The originality of this academic programme is to equip learners with applied knowledge related to Cybersecurity including a variety of courses related to Digital Forensic, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Computing and more.
A1. Concepts and Theories: Demonstrate critical knowledge and understanding of the advanced concepts, principles, techniques, paradigms and theories within the domain of Cybersecurity Engineering.
A2. Contemporary Trends, Problems and Research: Use professional level of skills to conduct research related to current problems, research issues and methods, technological advancements pushing the frontier of knowledge in the field of cybersecurity engineering.
A3. Professional Responsibility: Demonstrate critical knowledge related to professional and legal standards as a cybersecurity engineering practitioner with respect to securing network, software systems and cloud services.
Assessment Methods
Lectures, group discussions and debates, demonstration and practical sessions, assignment and problem solving, case studies and projects, dissertation supervision
B1. Problem Solving: Use professional level of skills to identify complex real world security problems in order to provide effective solutions.
B2. Modeling and Design: Design security systems, components, and processes to meet desired needs of real time processing within realistic constraints.
B3. Application of Methods and Tools: Apply effectively advanced and specialized >methods and software tools used in cybersecurity engineering.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions and debates, demonstration and practical sessions, assignment and problem solving, case studies and projects, dissertation supervision
Assessment Methods
Oral participation, assignments, quizzes, tests, final exams, projects and presentations, research papers, research projects and dissertations
C1. Analytic: Use combination of approaches to critically analyze the performance of cybersecurity techniques and systems
C2. Synthetic: Demonstrate originality in developing integrated cybersecurity systems using modern approaches and techniques.
C3. Creative: Demonstrate insights into proposing innovative solutions for cybersecurity engineering related issue.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions and debates, demonstration and practical sessions, assignment and problem solving, case studies and projects, dissertation supervision
Assessment Methods
Oral participation, assignments, quizzes, tests, final exams, projects and presentations, research papers, research projects and dissertations
D1. Communication: Use professional level of skills to express ideas cogently, persuasively and effectively, in written and oral form, to a diverse range of audiences and stakeholders.
D2. Teamwork and Leadership: Operate at a professional level of skills to with substantial responsibility to manage projects related to cybersecurity engineering.
D3. Organizational and Developmental Skills: Demonstrate the ability to engage in life-long learning, continuing self-development, and management skills.
D4. Ethical and Social Responsibility: Operate at a professional level of skills with responsibility to adhere to ethical and social responsibility by identifying, employing and utilizing effectively the advanced web, internet, computing and information solutions and technologies.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions and debates, demonstration and practical sessions, assignment and problem solving, case studies, group projects, dissertation supervision
Assessment Methods
Oral participation, assignments, quizzes, tests, final exams, group projects and presentations, research papers, research projects and dissertations
Admission to Ahlia University (AU) is selective based on academic achievements. Applications are welcomed from all students regardless of race, colour, gender, religion, nationality, physical or learning disability. Admission is purely based on merit.
| In addition to the previously mentioned criteria, the following are specific criteria to each graduate programme and the student must meet those criteria to be eligible for such programme:
A recognised and endorsed bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in the following disciplines: Applicants holding an endorsed bachelor’s degree in disciplines other than those listed above may be required to take foundation courses, based on recommendations of the interview committee.
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| Application Fee | BD 40 |
| Registration Fee | BD 300 |
| HEC ID Fee | BD 30 |
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Subject Fees (24 credits, BD 200 per credit hour) (8 Courses, BD 600 per course) |
BD 4,800 |
| Thesis Fee (12 credit, BD 200 per credit) | BD 2,400 |
| Foundation Courses ( if applicable ) | BD 320 Each |
HEC ACCREDITED | MET BQA REQUIREMENTS
