The College of Engineering is the largest engineering college in the UAE.
It offers a range of engineering and technology programs at undergraduate and postgraduate level, with new and innovative programs being introduced on an ongoing basis.
Cybersecurity Engineering is an emerging field concerned primarily with the protection of computer systems.
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering |
|
|---|---|
Type |
Undergraduate |
Credit Hours |
135 |
Duration |
4 years4 -- 4
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Language |
English |
Study mode |
Full Time |
Intake |
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
Delivery mode |
Day |
Campuses |
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi |
As a cybersecurity engineer, you will be able to contribute to the development of a cyber-smart nation with secure and resilient online communication as laid out by the National Electronic Security Authority (NESA) and the Dubai Cybersecurity Strategy.
About the program
Enrol for a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering degree to learn about an emerging field concerned primarily with the protection of computer systems from the theft of or damage to their hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide. It is of fundamental importance to the safety of the UAE, with cybersecurity engineers playing a pivotal role in protecting our privacy, business interests, and infrastructure from cyber-attacks.
You will be able to contribute to the development of a cyber-smart nation with secure and resilient online communication as laid out by the National Electronic Security Authority (NESA) and the Dubai Cybersecurity Strategy.
In addition to knowledge and training on cybersecurity, the program will provide you with a thorough grounding in engineering systems, including design, implementation, and testing. You will study courses on cryptography, network security, digital forensics, computer ethics, Internet of Things and mobile devices security, information security, and ethical hacking.
Program Educational Objectives
The objectives of the program are to produce Cybersecurity Engineers who will be able to:
- Demonstrate success in the cybersecurity engineering field with a good set of technical, problem solving, and leadership accomplishments.
- Participate in life-long learning activities such as training, continuing education, or graduate studies.
- Contribute to the development and growth of local and global communities and uphold ethical, social, and professional responsibilities.
Student Outcomes
The following learning outcomes describe the competencies and skills that Abu Dhabi University Cybersecurity Engineering students will acquire by graduation:
- An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering principles to cybersecurity engineering.
- An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as critically analyze and interpret data.
- An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
- An ability to function in multidisciplinary teams.
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve cybersecurity engineering problems.
- An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
- An ability to communicate effectively.
- An understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
- An understanding of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
- Knowledge of contemporary cybersecurity issues.
- An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for cybersecurity engineering practice.
- An ability to design, develop, and apply cybersecurity auditing techniques as well as collect and analyze digital evidence to mitigate threats to internal computer systems.
Career opportunities
In the digital age, almost every industry requires Cybersecurity Engineers. Since experts in this field are in high demand in the MENA region, here are some roles available to fulfill as a cybersecurity engineering graduate:
- Cyber Security Engineer
- IT Security Engineer
- Network Security Engineer
- Security Systems Administrator
- Cyber Security Architect
- Security Architect for a Financial Institute
- Computer Forensic Expert
- Penetration Tester
- IT Security Consultant
- Cryptographer
- Information Security Analyst
- Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist
- Forensic and Incident Response Specialist
Entry requirements
High School Curriculum |
Minimum Grade * |
Language Proficiency |
|---|---|---|
| MOE Advance | 80% | Academic IELTS 5.0 or EMSAT English 1100 or ITP (taken at Amideast) 500 or Internet- based TOEFL (iBT) 61 And Arabic EmSat 600 And Math EmSat 900 And Physics EmSat 800 |
| MOE ADEK Level 3 in Maths & Physics |
80% | |
| MOE Elite | 75% | |
| UAE Science Streams High School (Before 2017) | 80% | |
| **American / Canadian (subjects are more Science & Math Oriented) |
80% | |
| **British Curriculum or IGCSE / GCE (Completed Year 13/Grade 12 of High School) (subjects are more Science & Math Oriented) |
80% | |
| **Indian/Pakistani/Bangladesh (subjects are more Science & Math Oriented) |
50% | |
| **International Baccalaureate (subjects are more Science & Math Oriented) |
24 points |
* Students who achieved a score below maybe admitted conditionally, depending on the program and the minimum requirement of the Ministry of Education. Please contact the Admission, Enrollment and International Affairs Department for more information, admissions@adu.ac.ae
** Foreign curriculum or curriculum which does not follow the UAE curriculum are required to submit an Equivalency Letter issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Tuition fees structure & calculation
Tuition is based upon the College and/or Department classification as opposed to the course classification or level. Tuition rates for undergraduate students vary from the tuition rates for graduate students.
The tuition fee calculations are an example only and are based on the assumption that elective courses will be taken with the College that the student is taking their major with. However, if the student selects elective courses outside of this College, the total cost payable may increase or decrease to reflect the tuition rate of the College where the elective is delivered.
Costs of books and supplies are not included in the Tuition and Fees. Students at Abu Dhabi University are also required to pay certain fees and other costs to attend the University. Abu Dhabi University reserves the right to change tuition and fee rates at any time. A tuition schedule is published prior to registration for each semester.
For more information, please click here to view the University's tuition fee structure. Fees are subject to change during the year as per government charges and testing bodies.
Open Electives
3
credit hours
Major Electives
6
credit hours
Major Requirements
39
credit hours
Degree Requirements
57
credit hours
General Education
30
credit hours
Scholarship and financial aids
Scholarships
Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue their educational objectives.
Our scholarship and financial aid program represents a key pillar in our strategy for academic excellence and reflects our commitment to supporting the development of the UAE.
We consider it an important national duty to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education and enable them to proactively contribute to society regardless of their financial situation.
