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BS Cyber Security
Objectives
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (BS Cyber Security) at Green International University, Lahore, is a comprehensive four-year program designed to develop highly skilled and knowledgeable cyber security professionals. This program offers an in-depth curriculum that integrates rigorous academic instruction with practical, hands-on experience, preparing students to address the multifaceted challenges of cyber threats in today's digital world. Guided by a faculty of industry experts, students learn to design secure systems, implement robust security measures, and uphold the highest standards of ethical practice. Graduates are equipped to assume pivotal roles in protecting information assets and ensuring the integrity of digital infrastructures.
Graduates of the BS Cyber Security program will be equipped to:
- Achieve Technical Expertise: Attain a comprehensive understanding of cyber security principles, protocols, and technologies.
- Develop Defensive Strategies: Acquire the skills to design, implement, and manage advanced security measures to protect information systems.
- Enhance Threat Detection: Apply theoretical knowledge to detect, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
- Foster Analytical Thinking: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex security challenges.
- Pioneer Research and Innovation: Engage in research to contribute to the development of cutting-edge cyber security solutions.
- Cultivate Ethical Leadership: Uphold the highest standards of ethical practice and demonstrate leadership in safeguarding digital environments.
Role and Scope
Graduates with a BS in Cyber Security can pursue a broad range of influential roles, including:
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Security Consultant
- Network Security Engineer
- Incident Responder
- Forensic Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Compliance Officer
semesters and courses
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-6101 | Application of Information & Communication Technologies (General Education-1) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CSC-6301 | Programming Fundamentals (Computing Core-1) | No | 4(3+1) |
| GEC-6102 | Functional English (General Education-2) | No | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6103 | Discrete Structures (Quantitative Reasoning-1) (General Education-3) | No | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6104 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry (Quantitative Reasoning-2) (General Education-4) | No | 3(3+0) |
| GEC-6105 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan (General Education-5) | No | 2(2+0) |
| NCC-6401 | Teaching of Holy Quran with Translation I | - | N.C |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSC-6302 | Object Oriented Programming (Computing Core-2) | PF | 4(3+1) |
| CSC-6303 | Database Systems (Computing Core-3) | No | 4(3+1) |
| GEC-6106 | Applied Physics (General Education-7) | No | 3(2+1) |
| GEC-6107 | Expository Writing (General Education-6) | FE(ECC) | 3(3+0) |
| IDSC-5201 | Linear Algebra (Mathematics Supporting Course-1) | QR-2 | 3(3+0) |
| NCC-6402 | Teaching of Holy Quran with Translation II | - | N.C |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSC-6305 | Data Structures (Computing Core-5) | OOP | 4(3+1) |
| CSC-6306 | Artificial Intelligence (Computing Core-6) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CSC-6307 | Computer Networks (Computing Core-7) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CSC-6308 | Software Engineering (Computing Core-8) | No | 3 |
| CSC-6304 | Digital Logic Design (Computing Core-4) | AP | 3(2+1) |
| NCC-6403 | Teaching of Holy Quran with Translation III | - | N.C |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-6108 | Islamic Studies (General Education-8) | No | 2(2+0) |
| CSC-6310 | Information Security (Computing Core-10) | No | 3(2+1) |
| GEC-6212 | Entrepreneurship (General Education-12) | No | 2(2+0) |
| CYDE-6302 | (Domain Elective-1) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDE-6301 | (Domain Elective-2) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDC-6301 | Information Assurance (Domain Core-1) | No | 3(2+1) |
| NCC-6404 | Teaching of Holy Quran with Translation IV | - | N.C |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSC-6311 | Operating Systems (Computing Core-11) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDC-6302 | Secure Software Design and Development (Domain Core-2) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CSC-6309 | Computer Organization & Assembly Language (Computing Core-9) | DLD | 3(2+1) |
| IDSC-6203 | Probability & Statistics (Mathematics & Supporting Course-3) | No | 3(3+0) |
| CYDC-6303 | Cyber Security (Domain Core-3) | No | 3(2+1) |
| GEC-6109 | Introduction to Management (General Education-9) | No | 2(2+0) |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSC-6312 | Analysis of Algorithms (Computing Core-12) | DS | 3(3+0) |
| CYDE-6303 | (Domain Elective-3) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDE-6304 | (Domain Elective-4) | No | 3(2+1) |
| IDSC-6202 | Multivariable Calculus (Mathematics & Supporting Course-2) | QR-2 | 3(3+0) |
| CYDC-6304 | Parallel & Distributed Computing (Domain Core-4) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDC-6305 | Network Security (Domain Core-5) | No | 3(2+1) |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 |
Semester 7
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDSC-6204 | Technical & Business Writing (Mathematics & Supporting Course-4) | FE(ECC) | 3(3+0) |
| CYDC-6306 | Digital Forensics (Domain Core-6) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDE-6305 | (Domain Elective-5) | No | 3(2+1) |
| CYDE-6306 | (Domain Elective-6) | QR-2 | 3(2+1) |
| CSC-6313 | Final Year Project-I (Computing Core-13) | No | 2(0+2) |
| Total Credit Hours | 14 |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisite | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-6211 | Professional Practices (General Education-11) | No | 2(2+0) |
| GEC-6210 | Civics and Community Engagement (General Education-10) | No | 2(2+0) |
| CYDE-6307 | (Domain Elective-7) | No | 3(2+1) |
| IDSC-6205 | Introduction to Marketing (Elective Supporting Course-1) | No | 3(3+0) |
| CSC-6314 | Final Year Project-II (Computing Core-14) | FYP-I | 4(0+4) |
| Total Credit Hours | 14 |
Total Credit Hours
| Total Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours of BS Cyber Security | 130 | ||
Elective Courses
| Sr# | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vulnerability Assessment & Reverse Engineering | (2-3) |
| 2 | Basic Electronics 3 | (2-3) |
| 3 | Hardware Security | (2-3) |
| 4 | Malware Analysis | (2-3) |
| 5 | Wireless and Mobile Security | (2-3) |
| 6 | Theory of Automata | (3-0) |
| 7 | HCI & Computer Graphics | (2-3) |
| 8 | Penetration Testing | (2-3) |
| 9 | Computer Architecture | (2-3) |
| 10 | Advanced Digital Logic Design | (2-3) |
| 11 | Embedded Systems | (2-3) |
| 12 | Cyber Law & Cyber Crime (Cyber Warfare) | (2-3) |
| 13 | Control System Security (2-3) | (2-3) |