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Associate Degree in Cyber Security

Introduction

The Associate Degree in Cyber Security is a foundational program that provides students with essential knowledge and practical skills to protect computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. The rapid growth of technology and online services has led to an increased risk of hacking, malware, phishing, and data breaches, creating strong demand for trained cybersecurity professionals.

This program focuses on core areas such as computer networks, operating systems, information security principles, ethical hacking basics, and digital forensics. Students gain hands-on experience through labs and practical activities that help them understand how cyberattacks occur and how to defend against them.

Graduates of the AD Cyber Security program are prepared for entry-level roles in the cybersecurity field or for continuing their education in bachelor-level cybersecurity or related IT programs.

Eligibility Criteria: 
At least 50% marks in intermediate/DAE with Mathematics, F.Sc pre-medical will have to study 2 deficiency courses

Objectives

  • To develop a board career path as a competent professional in the information technology sector.
  • Identify and analyze user needs to apply in computing-based systems selection, creation, integration evaluation and admonition 
  • To produce skilled IT Graduates to solve computing industry problems with solid knowledge and skills set.
  • Developing accessible career paths to elucidate different areas of the Cyber Security profession.
  • Identify and critically review relevant compliance requirements for their organizational context.
  • Critically review policies, practices, and procedures related to privacy, legislation, breach response, disclosure and reporting.
  • Integrate information and network security into broader organizational security planning

Career Path

  • Business Intelligence Analysis
  • IT Support Specialists
  • Cyber Security Analysts
  • Decision Support System Analysts
  • Web Developers
  • Graphic Designers
  • SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Information Security Officer
  • Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker
  • Incident Response Specialist
  • Digital Forensics Examiner
  • Security Auditor / Compliance Analyst
  • Risk Management & Governance Associate
  • Cybersecurity Trainer / Technical Support Specialist

Fee Structure Associate Degree in Cyber Security

Associate Degree in Cyber Security
Duration 2 Years
Total Semester 4
Total Package 632,500
At Admission Time 34,750
Additional Charges at the time of Admission 3,500
Examination Fee 3,500
Total Amount (At Admission) 38,250
Installment 75938 * 8
Additional Charges at the time of Admission
Web Portal fee per year for Learning Management Syste 0
Library Security Fee (Refundable) 2,000
Student Card 500
Library & Magazine Fund 1000
Total Additional Charges 3,500
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Scheme of Study

Semester 1

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 ENGL100 FUNCTIONAL ENGLISH 3
2 MATH108 Calculus & Analytical Geomertry 3
3 COMP102 Programming Fundamentals 4
4 COMP110 Discrete Structures 3
5 COMP113 Application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) 3
6 BEHS102 Life and learning -I 1

Semester 2

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 EXPR100 Expository Writing 3
2 MATH209 Linear Algebra 3
3 ISLM100 ISLAMIC STUDIES 2
4 COMP111 Object Oriented Programming 4
5 COMP134 Digital Logic Design 3
6 COMP303 Database Systems 4

Semester 3

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 COMP201 Computer Organization & Assembly Language 4
2 COMP202 Data structures & Algorithms 4
3 COMP232 Artificial Intelligence 3
4 COMP234 Information Security 3
5 COMP305 Computer Networks 4
6 COMP316 Software Engineering 3

Semester 4

Sr.# Course Code Course Name Credit Hours
1 ICOP100 Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan 2
2 COMP313 Theory of Automata 3
3 COMP341 Cyber Security 3
4 COMP334 HCI & Computer Graphics 3
5 COMP312 Parallel & Distributed Computing 3
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