Overview
Welcome to the Bachelor of Science program in Cybersecurity at the Faculty of Cybersecurity and Networking, Khwarizmi University for Science and Technology. In a world entirely dependent on technology, protecting data and systems has become an imperative necessity, not merely an option. Our program is not just an academic discipline; it is an ambitious, transformative journey aimed at qualifying you to become the protective shield for organizations and critical infrastructure in the digital domain.
Why Choose This Program?
Our carefully crafted 130-credit-hour curriculum is built upon global best practices recognized by prestigious organizations such as IEEE and ACM, drawing inspiration from top international institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and Georgia Tech. We guarantee an education that seamlessly merges rigorous theoretical depth with intensive hands-on experience demanded by the modern labor market.
What Will You Learn?
Studying in both Arabic and English, you will build a solid foundation in computer science and networking before delving into vital specialized domains, including:
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هندسة الدفاع والأنظمة الذكية: لحماية الأنظمة من التطوير.
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Threat Intelligence and Digital Forensics: Detecting and analyzing cyber attacks.
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Security of Emerging Technologies: Covering Cloud Computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain.
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Governance and Strategic Leadership: Developing security policies aligned with international standards (such as ISO and NIST).
Your Career Path
A Khwarizmi University cybersecurity graduate is globally "job-ready." Driven by flexible specialization tracks and competency frameworks established by NICE, you will acquire the exact skills and operational roles demanded in the field. This opens vast opportunities in top domestic and international organizations, equipping you to stay ahead of complex, evolving threats.
At Khwarizmi University, we are committed to delivering a comprehensive educational environment—from an elite faculty and advanced laboratories to a model library and supporting facilities. Investing in this program is an investment in a secure, prestigious, and impactful professional future in one of the world's most sought-after and rapidly growing sectors.
Vision
To achieve leadership in delivering outstanding academic and applied education in cybersecurity, and to prepare qualified professionals capable of innovating defensive solutions to safeguard the digital domain and counter evolving cyber threats.
Mission
التزام البرنامج بتقديم بيئة تعليمية متطورة تدمج بين الجوانب التقنية، التحليلية، والأخلاقية، وتزويد الطلاب بالمهارات العملية والمهنية اللازمة لتصميم الأنظمة المحصنة وإدارة المخاطر السيبرانية بما يتوافق مع المعايير الدولية والوطنية.
Objectives
- Network and Infrastructure Protection: Qualifying experts to design and implement cyber defense strategies to secure critical data and organizational infrastructure.
- Securing Emerging Technologies: Empowering students to protect emerging technologies, including Cloud Computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence.
- الاختراق الأخلاقي وكشف الثغرات: تدريب الطلاب على فحص الأنظمة واختبار اختراقها لتحديد نقاط الضعف ومعالجتها قبل استغلالها.
- Digital Forensics and Incident Response: Building skills to track cyber attacks, conduct digital forensic investigations, analyze malware, and ensure rapid organizational recovery.
Admission Requirements
يتم قبول الطلبة للدراسة بالبرنامج وفقاً للفئات الثلاث التالية: طلبة مستجدون: وهم الطلبة الجدد الذين لم يسبق لهم الدراسة بمؤسسات التعليم العالي سابقاً، والمتحصلين على
الخطة الدراسية
الهيكل العام للخطة الدراسية: عدد الساعات الإجمالية: يتكون البرنامج من 130 وحدة دراسية (ساعة معتمدة) مفصلة كالتالي: مواد عامة ومتطلبات كلية: 51 وحدة. مواد تخصصية
شروط القبول و الانتقال
ينقسم نظام القبول في البرنامج إلى فئتين رئيسيتين وفقاً للوائح والضوابط المعتمدة: الطلبة المستجدون: الشرط الأساسي للقبول هو الحصول على الشهادة الثانوية العامة أو ما
Admission Requirements
- High School Certificate: A high school diploma or its equivalent, with a minimum grade percentage set annually by the university.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in both Arabic and English, reflecting the university's adoption of a bilingual teaching model.
- Admission Exam: Successfully passing the entrance examination, which measures critical thinking skills, core mathematical fundamentals, and digital abilities.
- Personal Interview: Passing a personal interview to assess the student’s readiness to engage in a technology-driven, smart learning environment.
- Basic Technical Skills: Demonstrating foundational technical skills in computer literacy and educational software usage.