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University Program Information

The Islamic University of Medina offers various programs for students.

About the Program

Diploma in Cyber Security - Non-Specialist Track

The Diploma in Cyber Security program for non-specialists aims to enable learners to acquire basic and advanced knowledge in the field of cyber security. This includes theoretical and technical concepts necessary for understanding and analyzing cyber threats and protecting systems and information.

The program qualifies trainees to apply practical skills and modern methodologies in risk assessment, security incident management, and designing and implementing cyber defense strategies in various work environments.

It also enhances the ability to think critically and creatively, analyze current policies and practices in cyber security, and commit to relevant ethical, regulatory, and professional standards. The program prepares cadres capable of continuous learning and participating in protecting the cyber space and serving the community.

• Total Costs, Semester Fee, Number of Installments, Payment Method: 14,000 Saudi Riyals, 7,000 Saudi Riyals, two installments, bank transfer to the university's account.
• Target Group, Workers in the Following Sectors:
  • Government sector
  • Health sector
  • Financial and banking sector
  • Communications and information technology sector
  • Education and academic institutions sector
  • Energy and infrastructure sector

Program Description

• College: College of Computer Science and Information Systems
• Department: Information Technology
• Specialization: Diploma in Cyber Security - Non-Specialist Track
• Degree: Diploma
• Study Method: Attendance
• Credit Hours: 32
• Program Description:
• Type of Study: Regular
• Duration: 1 year
• Levels: 2 levels
• Weeks per Level: 16 weeks

Objectives

1. Enable learners to acquire basic and advanced knowledge in the field of cyber security.
2. Qualify trainees to apply practical skills and modern methodologies in risk assessment, security incident management, and designing and implementing cyber defense strategies.
3. Enhance the ability to think critically and creatively through analyzing current policies and practices in cyber security.
4. Develop commitment to relevant ethical, regulatory, and professional standards in cyber security.
5. Prepare cadres capable of continuous learning and participating in developing cyber security practices at the institutional and national levels.

Requirements

1. The applicant must have a bachelor's degree (regular).
2. The applicant must have a good grade or higher.

Curriculum

Level 1

• Cybersecurity Foundations (ITS 4111)
• Cybersecurity Design Principles (ITS 4112)
• IT Systems Components (ITS 4113)
• Awareness and Understanding (ITS 4114)

Level 2

• Cyber Threats (ITS 4121)
• Policy, Legal, Ethics, and Compliance (ITS 4122)
• Security Risk Analysis (ITS 4123)
• Cyber Crime (ITS 4124)

About the University

The Islamic University of Medina is a prestigious institution offering various academic programs.

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• Admission to the University
• Academic Calendar
• Study Plans
• Verification of Graduation Documents

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• Communication System
• Visitor Entry System
• Information Technology
• Information Security Policy
• Safe Use Policy
• Open Data

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