College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering (Pending CAA Approval)
Overview
Cybersecurity Engineering is 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.
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.
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.
The program is the first undergraduate program in the region that is based on ABET engineering criteria and teaches cybersecurity within an engineering context.
Program educational objectives and student outcomes
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.
Tuition fees structure & calculation
Abu Dhabi
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.
Career opportunities
In the digital age, almost every industry requires Cybersecurity Engineers. Cybersecurity experts are in high demand in the MENA region to fulfill a variety of roles, including the following:
● 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
Successfully passing ADU’s remedial course in physics
Achieving the minimum average of 90% on completing grade 12
Achieving the minimum average of 80% on completing grade 12
Successfully provide evidence / certificate of completing at least 11 years of schooling.
English language proficiency requirements
For programs taught in English, a minimum score range of 1100 - 1225 on the English language portion of the EmSAT examination, or its equivalent on other national or internationally-recognized tests that are approved by the CAA, such as TOEFL scores of 173 CBT (Computer-Based Test), 61 IBT (Internet-Based Test), 500 PBT (Paper-Based Test), or 5.0 IELTS (taken at Amideast or Knowledge Group), or their equivalent.
International Students
We also welcome applications from international students with a variety of secondary school certificates, and grades from other educational systems across the world, so long as they are recognized, and meet the conditions stipulated by the UAE’s Ministry of Education- Higher Education Affairs. For more information on the entry requirements for international students, please visit International Undergraduate Requirements
Transfer Students
Undergraduate students may apply for credit transfer for courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University only once, when they first apply for admission. For more information on requirements for credit transfer, visit Undergraduate Transfer Students.
Applicants with grades and English Language Proficiency Test scores that don’t match the above requirements may be granted exceptions for conditional admission, dependent on their successful completion of required coursework or meeting specified criteria.
Course outline
Scholarships
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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.
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