Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Cyber Security

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Cyber Security Concentration)

Information Technology Program:

Introduction

The Department of Information Technology offers a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree, which is a 4-years program that requires the completion of 123 credit hours The Information Technology curriculum comprises one concentration (Cyber Security). The program is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education.

Mission

The mission of the BSIT program is to equip graduates with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of Information Technology, focusing on areas such as Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, Information Systems, Database Management, Web and Mobile Development, and IT Project Management. The program aims to foster innovation, problem-solving, and applied research skills that empower students to design, implement, secure, and manage IT solutions that address the evolving needs of local and regional industries in both the public and private sectors.

Program Goals

The program educational Goals of the BSIT with one concentration (Cybersecurity) is as follows:

Program Educational Objectives

The Program Educational Objectives of the BSIT define the accomplishments that graduates are expected to attain within four years of graduation. These objectives are aligned with the program’s mission and goals and reflect the competencies needed to succeed in dynamic IT environments.

Specifically, graduates will be able to:

·         Apply core IT knowledge and skills to analyze, design, implement, and manage reliable and secure information systems across public, private, academic, and global organizations.

·         Perform effectively as IT professionals, demonstrating technical proficiency, business awareness, and ethical responsibility in a range of IT-related functions.

·         Lead and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, functioning effectively as leaders or contributing team members in diverse work environments.

·         Communicate technical concepts clearly and professionally to various audiences through written reports, presentations, and digital communication tools.

·         Engage in lifelong learning and professional development through self-study, industry-recognized certifications, and/or the pursuit of graduate education.

·         Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving industry trends, while continuously enhancing their ability to develop innovative IT solutions that serve societal and organizational needs.

Programs Offered

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology has the following two concentrations:

• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Cuber Security

All Program Goals are aligned with the needs of program constituencies as follows:

• IT Students: They are to be developed as qualified Information Technology who can be gainfully employed after their graduation and can proceed for graduate studies in UAE or abroad.
• IT Alumni: They are graduates of IT program and working in the market. They should be competent team members and leaders in their profession, able to update and adapt their knowledge and skills, and engage with community at all levels in an ethical and professional manner.
• IT Department Faculty: They are primarily responsible to provide quality education to students equipping them with theoretical knowledge and practical skills. It is their responsibility to contribute and promote the achievement of IT program objectives.
• Employers of IT Graduates: The employers require productive and competent Information technology who can effectively contribute in their professional fields.

Program Learning Outcomes

There are six Learning Outcomes related to the Information Technology program and one learning outcome associated to the Cyber Security concentration. Graduates will be able to:

Admission Requirements

• Pass the UAE General Secondary High School Exam, or students must submit equivalency of non-Emirati certificate issued by MOE.
• achievement a minimum grade of 80% in English Language in their General Secondary School Certificate, if the grade is less than 80%, the student may be conditionally admitted, and study English "Foundation Course" offered by Fujairah University and pass it with a minimum score of 80%. 
• Students who have studied curricula not affiliated with the Ministry of Education are exempt from providing proof of English language proficiency if the curriculum is taught in English
• Students who have studied curricula not affiliated with the Ministry of Education and in a language of instruction other than English can demonstrate proficiency by passing internationally standardized tests, achieving a minimum TOEFL IPT score of 500, IBT TOEFL score of 61 (CBT TOEFL - 173), or a minimum score of 5.0 in Academic IELTS, or an equivalent score in other English proficiency tests approved by the MoE. Alternatively, they may be conditionally accepted and required to study the English 'Foundation Course' offered by Fujairah University, passing it with a minimum score of 80% 

Career Opportunities 

Graduates of BSc. information Technology/Cyber Security are qualified for employment as Security Analyst, Security Architect, Security Software Developer, Security Engineer, Security Administrator, Cryptographer, Security Consultant.

Graduation requirements

Students at the Fujairah University are eligible for a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology after completion of 123 credits hours, which normally takes eight semesters. The minimum cumulative grade point average for graduation is 2.0 for 123 total credit hours.

Degree requirement

The B.Sc. degree in Information Technology for requires the completion of a 123 Cr. Hrs. distributed according to the following plan. The study plan is designed so that the normal duration for completing the degree requirements is 4 years but should not exceed 8 years.

1.1.            University General Education Requirements (18 Cr. Hrs.)

1.2.            Information Technology Program Compulsory Core Courses

9.2a: IT Program General Requirements (9 Cr. Hrs.)

9.2b:IT Program Core Courses and Internship (78 Cr. Hrs.)

9.2c: BSIT Program Elective Courses (3 Cr. Hrs.)

1.3.            Cyber Security Concentration - Compulsory Concentration Courses (15 Cr. Hrs.)