Cyber Security is an area of expertise in great demand. This online or on-campus study programme will help you become a specialist, trained to prevent and protect against cyberattacks in all areas of IT.
Bachelor
Cyber Security
Open doors to opportunities around the world
Acquire a degree that can enhance your global career opportunities while also establishing a worldwide network with students from more than 140 countries.
OVERVIEW
Start your online Bachelor degree in Cyber Security
In this practice-oriented Bachelor in Cyber Security study programme, available fully online, you will be trained as a threat hunter with leadership potential. You will acquire the latest knowledge in the field of Cyber Security and deal with the architecture, programming and maintenance of security systems.
In addition to incident response and digital forensics, you will learn about aspects of penetration testing and reverse engineering in order to understand the perspective of cyber criminals and protect against them.
Your online degree summed up
All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
Study model
Our hybrid study model allows students to begin their education online and seamlessly transition to on-campus learning.
For more information please contact CaribAbroad Academy.
Study duration
36 – 72 months
Start online studies: any time
Tuition fees
CaribAbroad Academy provides a fixed rate of 6500 € for the entire program, regardless of the duration of the course.
Accreditation
180 ECTS – English
Accredited in line with German and European standards
ZFU 1104519
Past education recognised
Save time and earn your degree faster by having your previous achievements/experience recognised
European ECTS Credit System
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is the tool used across the European Higher Education Area of 49 countries as their national credit system. 60 ECTS credits are the equivalent of a full year of study.
100 % flexible
You decide where and when you want to study
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STUDY CONTENTS
Online course overview
As a cyber security expert, you will master the basics of modern operating systems. You will be familiar with distributed applications in the cloud and methods of software forensics as well as data analysis. Our online Bachelor’s programme in Cyber Security provides you with the essential skills and fundamental knowledge required for managerial positions.
Semester 1
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Operating Systems, Computer Networks, and Distributed Systems | 5 |
| Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security | 5 |
| Mathematics: Analysis | 5 |
| Introduction to Academic Work | 5 |
| Introduction to Programming with Python | 5 |
| Statistics – Probability and Descriptive Statistics | 5 |
Semester 2
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Object-Oriented Programming with Java | 5 |
| Mathematics: Linear Algebra | 5 |
| Collaborative Work | 5 |
| Introduction to Network Forensics | 5 |
| Requirements Engineering | 5 |
| System Pentesting Basics | 5 |
Semester 3
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making | 5 |
| Introduction to the Internet of Things | 5 |
| Algorithms, Data Structures and Programming Languages | 5 |
| Theoretical Computer Sciences and Mathematical Logic | 5 |
| IT Project Management | 5 |
| DevSecOps and Common Software Weaknesses | 5 |
Semester 4
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| IT Service Management | 5 |
| Cryptography | 5 |
| IT Law | 5 |
| Host and Software Forensics | 5 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 5 |
| Information Security Standards | 5 |
Semester 5
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Seminar: Current Topics in Computer Science | 5 |
| Advanced Data Analysis | 5 |
| Project: Data Analysis | 5 |
| Cloud Computing | 5 |
| Elective A | 10 |
Semester 6
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Elective B | 10 |
| Elective C | 10 |
| Bachelor Thesis & Colloquium | 10 |
Electives overview
Elective A
In your 5th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
Module |
ECTS |
|---|---|
| IT Security Consulting | 10 |
| Social Engineering | 10 |
| Host Forensics | 10 |
| DevSecOps | 10 |
| Security in Complex Networks | 10 |
| Network Forensics | 10 |
Elective B
In your 6th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
Module |
ECTS |
|---|---|
| Business Intelligence | 10 |
| Future Threats | 10 |
| Cloud Security | 10 |
| Pentesting | 10 |
| Industrial Systems Technology | 10 |
| Cyber Threat Intelligence | 10 |
| Mobile Threats | 10 |
Elective C
In your 6th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
Module |
ECTS |
|---|---|
| IT Security Consulting | 10 |
| Social Engineering | 10 |
| Host Forensics | 10 |
| DevSecOps | 10 |
| Security in Complex Networks | 10 |
| Network Forensics | 10 |
| Business Intelligence | 10 |
| Future Threats | 10 |
| Cloud Security | 10 |
| Pentesting | 10 |
| Industrial Systems Technology | 10 |
| Cyber Threat Intelligence | 10 |
| Mobile Threats | 10 |
| Supply Chain Management | 10 |
| Smart Factory | 10 |
| Data Structures and Java Class Library | 10 |
| Mobile Software Engineering | 10 |
| Studium Generale | 10 |
ADMISSION
Entry requirements
General academic requirements
- A minimum of two (2) A-Level related subjects in and your academic transcript; OR
- Bachelor Entrance Examination (cost included in your Online Degree Programme); OR
You may earn your qualifying A-level subjects through IU (cost included in your Online Degree Programme).
Contact CaribAbroad Academy to discuss the exact requirements for your application.
English language skills
Courses are taught in English. Native speakers and graduates of an English-speaking school do not need to provide proof of English language skills.
CAREERS
Your business degree in Cyber Security career outlook
Expertise in the field of Cyber Security is in high demand across all industries, as almost all businesses now operate based on technology.
As a graduate of our online Bachelor’s programme in Cyber Security, you will be familiar with the complexity of security measures, and aware of targeted industry-specific topics. You will have the necessary knowledge to create security concepts and carry out relevant tests. This will enable you to defend against cyber-attacks with the help of secure software and system architecture. After graduation, you may, for example, be part of an IT security department or system architecture team. You may also wish to pursue a career in digital forensics, penetration testing, auditing, red teaming or as a cyber incident responder.
IT Security Consultant
Help companies defend their most valuable data, and offer ways in which they can prevent attacks on the data of their customers. Develop robust and sophisticated security strategies, and strengthen companies’ resilience to cyber threats. As an IT security consultant, you’ll also be responsible for testing existing defence strategy, and offer solutions to existing weak spots.
Ethical Hacker/Pentester
Test your hacking skills and challenge yourself to find the areas where IT systems are sensitive for an attack. Combine advanced technical skills with a high level of creativity, and work in the service of companies to actively look for breaches in their security protocols.
System-/Network-/Firewall-Administrator
Become the main contact point for all firewall and network infrastructure responsibilities. Develop, implement, monitor and maintain security protocols throughout entire networks. Coordinate and manage network and security projects, while actively looking to optimise IT infrastructure solutions.
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