Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Computing in Information Security

The Bachelor of Computing in Information Security is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to secure and safeguard computer systems. As a student of this program, you will learn to identify vulnerabilities in systems, develop security protocols, and respond to attempted breaches.

Program Overview

Information Security is all about keeping computer systems safe. The program covers both the technical and social aspects of the subject, including cryptography, malware detection, social engineering, and security law. With cyber-attacks on the rise, there has never been a greater demand for information security professionals.

Course Curriculum

The program includes a range of courses that provide a foundation in security, including:

• CS2107 Introduction to Information Security: This course covers the basics of IT security, including how websites are hacked and how human vulnerabilities are exploited in social engineering attacks.
• CS3235 Computer Security: This course provides a broad understanding of security elements, including intrusion detection, e-mail security, and application, system, and network security.
• IS4231 Information Security Management: This course focuses on risk management, including identifying and prioritizing valuable information assets and selecting appropriate ways to defend them.
• CS4236 Cryptography Theory and Practice: This course covers the principles and concepts behind cryptology and the design of secure communication systems.
• IFS4103 Penetration Testing Practice: This course teaches students how to ethically hack actual systems as part of a penetration testing team.
• IFS4101 Legal Aspects of Information Security: This course explores how information security issues influence the law.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Computing in Information Security program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Forensic Investigator at Visa
• Computer Security Researcher at DSO National Laboratories (DSO)
• Cyber Analyst at OCBC
• Malware Analyst at Symantec
• Security Consultant at IBM
• Security Software Engineer at Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT)

Additional Information

Students can also apply to do a Minor with various faculties, including the Faculty of Science or NUS Business School. For further information, visit the OAM Undergraduate Programmes.