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Master of Science in Cyber Security
About
APU's Cyber Security Master's program provides the latest technologies for Industrial Revolution 4.0. The Master of Science in CyberSecurity offers a curriculum focused on key areas like SOC, Incident Response, Ethical Hacking, E-Investigation, and Data Analytics. Developed with input from Cyber Security Malaysia, KPMG, and F-Secure, it includes hands-on experience in a fully-functional SOC and a Cyber Threats Simulation Centre with military-grade systems. Students complete a technical project in their final semester and have research opportunities through APU's Forensic and Cyber Security Research Centre (FSEC). APU aims to lead in cybersecurity research with the establishment of the Forensics and Cyber Security (FSEC) Research Centre.
This program, available both Full time (1+ years) and Part time (2.5-3 years) is designed to provide:
- Opportunities for advanced professional development in Cyber Security.
- The chance to deepen specialization through a research or technical dissertation, preparing students to become subject matter experts in the field.
This program is aimed at IT and computing professionals seeking formal qualifications in Cyber Security, as well as managers wanting to enhance their cybersecurity skills. It is also suitable for fresh graduates in Cyber Security or Digital Forensics looking to further their academic qualifications.
Key facts
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Qualification Subtype | Master of Science (MSc) |
| Coursework / Research | None |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Intakes | January, May, June, August, October |
| Tuition (Local students) | $ 8,322 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 9,127 |
Subjects
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Computer Science, IT
Duration
1 year
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $ 8,322 | $ 9,127 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | $ 8,322 | $ 9,127 |
| Estimated cost per year | $ 8,322 | $ 9,127 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
$ 111 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
$ 111 |
| Enrollment Fees | $ 178 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
$ 928 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
$ 1,118 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
$ 111 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
$ 111 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | $ 223 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
General Requirement
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Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate. |
° Applicants without a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Cyber Security or Forensic Computing must pass the perquisite modules in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics to continue with the Master’s degree.
* Applicants without a Computing-related Bachelor’s degree must pass the pre-requisite modules to continue with the Master’s Degree.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
| ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 5.5 |
Curriculum
The program comprises of 10 coursework modules, including 7 core modules and 3 elective modules, and a Project.
Pre-Requisite Modules (FOR NON-COMPUTING STUDENTS)
Duration: 1 Month (Full time) / 4 months (Part time)
- Cyber Security
- Digital Forensics
- Digital Forensic and Cyber Security Tools
Core Modules
- Information Security Design
- Data Analysis in Cyber Security
- Cyber Security & Threats
- Security Operations Center & Incident Response
- Advanced Ethical Hacking
- Advanced Digital Forensics
- Research Methodology in Computing & Engineering
- Project
For the Cyber Security Project, students are required to complete a project paper for both academic and industry purposes, supervised by an academic staff member. The project may involve collaboration with an external organization, relevant to their work or one of the program’s industry partners. Students have flexibility in choosing their topic, and the deliverables include a prototype, simulation, or framework, along with a project paper and a publishable conference or journal paper summarizing the work.
Elective Modules (Choose 3):
- Network Design & Performance
- Information Security Architectures
- Security Audit and Assessment
- E-Investigation
- Applied Scripting in Cyber Security