Online BSc in Information Technology -CYBERSECURITY
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Defend Networks from Cybersecurity Threats
Safeguard networks, data, and digital assets with an online BS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity . You’ll strengthen your expertise in network defense and countermeasures, explore various forms of hacking — including its ethical uses — and develop skills in analyzing information security to help protect individuals and organizations from cybercrime.
Skills You’ll Gain in the Cybersecurity Concentration
A degree from our partner university can help prepare you for cybersecurity career opportunities while offering support, flexible learning options, and career planning every step of the way.
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Maintain network security across diverse environments.
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Understand and differentiate between ethical and unethical hacking.
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Conduct penetration tests and perform in-depth security analysis.
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Apply offensive network security tactics, ethical hacking methods, and defensive countermeasures.
CURRICULUM
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Operating Systems, Computer Networks, and Distributed Systems |
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Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security |
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Mathematics: Analysis |
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Introduction to Academic Work |
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Introduction to Programming with Python |
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Statistics – Probability and Descriptive Statistics |
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Object-Oriented Programming with Java |
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Mathematics: Linear Algebra |
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Collaborative Work |
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Introduction to Network Forensics |
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Requirements Engineering |
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System Pentesting Basics |
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Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making |
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Introduction to the Internet of Things |
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Algorithms, Data Structures and Programming Languages |
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Theoretical Computer Sciences and Mathematical Logic |
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IT Project Management |
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DevSecOps and Common Software Weaknesses |
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IT Service Management |
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Cryptography |
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IT Law |
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Host and Software Forensics |
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Artificial Intelligence |
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Information Security Standards |
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Seminar: Current Topics in Computer Science |
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Advanced Data Analysis |
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Project: Data Analysis |
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Cloud Computing |
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Elective A |
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Elective B |
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Elective C |
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Bachelor Thesis & Colloquium |
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Business Intelligence |
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Future Threats |
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Cloud Security |
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Pentesting |
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Industrial Systems Technology |
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Cyber Threat Intelligence |
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Mobile Threats |
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Elective C
In your 6th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
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IT Security Consulting |
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Social Engineering |
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Host Forensics |
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DevSecOps |
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Security in Complex Networks |
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Network Forensics |
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Business Intelligence |
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Future Threats |
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Cloud Security |
10 |
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Pentesting |
10 |
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Industrial Systems Technology |
10 |
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Cyber Threat Intelligence |
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Mobile Threats |
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Supply Chain Management |
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Smart Factory |
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Data Structures and Java Class Library |
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Mobile Software Engineering |
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Studium Generale |
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Degree Breakdown
To earn a Cybersecurity degree from any of our partner universities, you must complete 120 credits. Once you create a Lextorah account, you will gain access to a comprehensive degree plan.
Our partner universities requires a minimum GPA of 2.0 for all transfer courses.
Lextorah Courses
Business and Finance
2 courses
English, Math and Science
8 courses
Political science
2 courses
Psychology and Sociology
4 courses
History
1 course
Communication and Technology
2 courses
Others
1 course
As a Lextorah student, you have access to low-cost gen ed courses. Take up to two online Lextorah courses at a time and transfer eligible courses towards your undergraduate degree.
Countries
Canada, Ireland, U.K., U.S.,
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ADMISSION DETAILS
APPLICATION PROCESS WITH LEXTORAH
After completing the courses and you have your transcript ready, we will proceed with the application process. The application process takes 14 working days and it consists of four simple steps. An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and accepted by the candidates by paying the admission fee.
Step 1
Submit Application
Step 2
Application Review
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Telephonic Discussion
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Admission Completed
LEXTORAH ADVANTAGE
Scholarship
Get up to 25% in scholarships when you apply through Lextorah
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Free SAT, IELTS or TOEFL Course where applicable
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Save Cost
Save up to $20,000 by transferring credits earned through Lextorah to your preferred university.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A Bachelor of Cyber Security is a degree program where you’ll learn how to protect computer systems, networks and data from digital threats. You develop the skills to identify security risks, analyze cyber threats and put measures in place to safeguard information. You’ll delve into topics such as network security, incident response and ethical hacking, preparing you for a career in helping organisations defend against cyber attacks, protect data and safeguard digital assets. You can also check out the other industry relevant, career focused Bachelor’s degree programs at LIBF.
The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. In the final semester of the course, you will be writing a Thesis and participate in Colloquium.
The online program schedule is designed to ensure that you can successfully study alongside your job. Devoting 12-15 hours every week should be enough to graduate from the program. However, the more time you devote, the greater will be your learning from the program.
Post successful completion of the course, you will get a Bachelor of Cyber Security (180 ECTS) Degree.
You can pursue a B.Sc in cyber security after completing your 12th. Our partner universities welcome international students to take advantage of our bachelors programs, and a Bachelors in cyber security opens you up to tons of opportunities in tech! These programs provide a comprehensive education in cyber security.
Online:
We guarantee IU online students maximum flexibility, so you can choose your own starting date in your application. IU has multiple intakes per year, you can apply at any time.
On-Campus: IU on-campus programs have fixed starting times. See the course pages for more.
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