Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a Concentration in Cybersecurity

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Cybersecurity at Amity University Dubai prepares students to protect systems, networks, and data from ever-evolving cyber threats. Students gain a strong foundation with electives such as Advanced Networking and Cybersecurity, Applied Cryptography, Network Security, Digital Forensics, Security Policy, Laws, and Governance, and Information Security Management, alongside core computer science subjects such as Data Structures, Operating Systems, Database Management Systems, and Object-Oriented Programming.

Programme Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme, the graduate will be able to:

• Analyse a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the programme's discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognise professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the programme's discipline.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Graduates opting for the Cybersecurity concentration will be able to:

• Analyse security in enterprise networks, define cybersecurity policies and procedures to manage risks.
• Apply knowledge to assess and deploy cybersecurity solutions to IT infrastructure.

Programme Completion Requirements

For Programme Completion Requirements, refer to the Undergraduate Programme Completion Requirements Policy.

Career Outcomes

With access to state-of-the-art labs and hands-on projects, students develop the technical and research skills needed to succeed in roles such as:

• Cybersecurity Specialist
• Systems Analyst
• Information Security Officer
• Penetration Tester

Graduates are well-equipped to work in both IT and non-IT sectors, including finance, healthcare, government, and tech firms worldwide.

Degree Structure

The programme is structured over four years, with the following courses:

YEAR 1

• ARAB 102 Arabic Language (3 credits)
• ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing (3 credits)
• GENE 120 Islamic Culture (3 credits)
• MATH 100 Mathematics I (4 credits)
• COMM 105 Public Speaking (3 credits)
• MATH 105 Mathematics II (3 credits)
• PHYS 100 Mechanics and Wave Optics (4 credits)
• CSCI 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming (3 credits)

YEAR 2

• GENE 210 UAE Studies (3 credits)
• PHYS 105 Electromagnetics and Modern Physics (3 credits)
• EEEN 200 Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• CSCI 205 Object-Oriented Programming using Java (4 credits)
• CSCI 215 Data Structures and Algorithms (4 credits)
• MATH 120 Probability and Statistics (3 credits)
• MATH 210 Numerical Methods & Optimisation (3 credits)
• EEEN 215 Digital Design (4 credits)
• CSCI 210 Database Management Systems (4 credits)
• CSCI 300 Operating Systems (3 credits)
• INTE 200 Internship I (2 credits)

YEAR 3

• MATH 110 Mathematics for Technology (3 credits)
• CSCI 305 Computer Architecture and Organisation (4 credits)
• CSCI 310 Principles of Programming Languages (3 credits)
• CSCI 315 Theory of Computation (4 credits)
• CSCI 330 Computer Networks (4 credits)
• CSCI 320 Analysis and Design of Algorithms (4 credits)
• CSCI 335 Software Engineering CSCI 205 (3 credits)
• CSCI 340 Computer Security and the Internet (3 credits)
• CSCI 400 Artificial Intelligence (4 credits)
• CSCI 405 Parallel and Distributed Computing (3 credits)
• INTE 300 Internship II (2 credits)

YEAR 4

• GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility (3 credits)
• CSCI Major Elective 1 (3 credits)
• CSCI Major Elective 2 (3 credits)
• CSCI Major Elective 3 (3 credits)
• GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (3 credits)
• CSCI Major Elective 4 (3 credits)
• CSCI Major Elective 5 (3 credits)
• PROE 400 Senior Design Project (4 credits)

Admission Requirements

Entry to the School of Engineering, Architecture, and Interior Design undergraduate programs requires students to have attained the General Education Secondary School Certificate (G 12) or equivalent. The following criteria must be met for entry into the programs:

• English Language Requirements:
  • Students from non-MoE curricula that are taught in English are exempt from providing English Language proficiency evidence.
  • Students from non-MoE curricula taught in a language other than English must demonstrate proficiency through international standardized tests (IELTS 5 and above or its established equivalent).
  • Students from the MoE Curriculum must prove their proficiency through High School English grades, which should not be less than 80%.

Conditional Admission

Conditional admission can be allowed for not achieving the English proficiency scores for students from both non-MoE curricula taught in any other language other than English as well as those from MoE curricula.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of UAE's Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR).

Faculty

The programme is led by:

• Dr. Ved Prakash Mishra, Associate Professor Other faculty members include:
• Mr. Abraham K Samuel, Associate Professor
• Dr. Apurv Yadav, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Ashok Ganapathy Iyer, Associate Professor
• Dr. Bhopendra Singh, Associate Professor
• Mr. Deepak Tulsiram Patil, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Dinesh Chand, Associate Professor
• Dr. Efstratios Ntantis, Assistant Professor
• Professor Ishu Sharma, Associate Professor
• Dr. Ramesh Vandanapu, Assistant Professor
• Ms. Reshmi S Nair, Lecturer
• Ms. Salma Al Zahabi, Lecturer
• Dr. Sarath Raj, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Siddharth Sudhakaran, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Swaroop Ramaswamy Pillai, Associate Professor
• Ms. Vidya P Mohanan, Lecturer
• Dr. Vishal Naranje, Associate Professor
• Dr. Archana Pandita, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Ziaurrahman Azmi, Assistant Professor
• Dr. Nawal Mohamed, Assistant Professor

Tuition Fees

• Total Credit Hours: 125
• Duration: 4 Years
• Fee Per Credit (AED/USD): AED 2,200 / USD 605
• Class Commencement: February 2026, September 2026