Cybersecurity
(Soon)
This program is currently pending approval from the Supreme Council of Universities and is expected to be offered starting Fall 2026.
Program Details
| Courses: 48 | Duration: 4 Years | Credit Hours: 132 Cr.Hrs. |
| Language of Study: English |
Annual Fees (Egyptian Students): 98,560 EGP | Annual Fees (Egyptian Students): 250 USD /Cr.Hr. |
Program Overview
The Cybersecurity program provides students with a strong foundation in secure computing, network and systems security, ethical hacking, cryptography, digital forensics, and risk management. As cyber threats continue to grow in complexity and scale, the program prepares students to safeguard digital infrastructures and protect information assets across industries.
During the first two years, students build core knowledge in computing, secure programming, system administration, and security fundamentals. In the later years, students pursue advanced topics including penetration testing, threat intelligence, cloud and IoT security, cyber law, and compliance frameworks.
Through hands-on training and practical coursework, graduates develop the skills needed to defend modern computing systems and contribute to national and enterprise cybersecurity needs.
What Does the Cybersecurity Graduate Do?
Cybersecurity graduates protect digital systems, networks, and data from cyber threats and attacks. They identify vulnerabilities, implement security measures, monitor systems, and respond to incidents. Cybersecurity professionals play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and resilience of digital infrastructure across organizations and industries.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Network and systems defense
- Digital forensics and incident response
- Cloud and IoT security
- Cryptography and risk management
- Cybersecurity Specialist / Associate
- Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Cloud Security Engineer
- IoT/OT Security Specialist
- Security Operations Analyst
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Finance and banking
- Government and defense
- Healthcare
- Telecommunications and critical infrastructure
- Technology companies and startups
Accreditation
The University of Science and Technology at Zewail City is officially accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities in Egypt.
Key Areas of Study
The Cybersecurity program provides interdisciplinary training across core cybersecurity domains, including:
- Secure computing and system security
- Network security and defense
- Ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Digital forensics and incident response
- Cryptography and secure communications
- Cloud and IoT security
- Risk management and compliance
- Cyber law and governance
Students apply these concepts through hands-on laboratories, projects, and real-world cybersecurity scenarios.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Cybersecurity program will be able to:
- Identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities
- Design and implement secure computing systems
- Conduct security testing and penetration assessments
- Analyze and respond to cybersecurity incidents
- Apply cryptography and secure communication techniques
- Work effectively in collaborative security teams
- Communicate technical security concepts clearly
- Demonstrate ethical and professional responsibility
- Engage in continuous professional development
Graduation Requirements
To earn a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, students must complete 132 credit hours through a structured study plan that combines foundational computing knowledge, specialized IT training, and hands-on professional experience.
Degree Structure
University Requirements (16 Cr)
School Requirements (53 Cr)Program Requirements (63 Cr)
Program Declaration
Students declare their major by the end of the first semester and are advised to work closely with academic advisors to ensure timely progression toward graduation
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