Overview
Curriculum

Duration: 44 weeks

Categories: Faculty of Computing, Higher National Diploma

Higher National Diploma in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

Step Into the World of Cyber Defense with BIET

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, protecting global digital infrastructure from evolving threats. At BIET, this HND equips you with critical knowledge in security, digital investigations, cryptography, ethical hacking, and forensics preparing you for careers or degree progression anywhere in the world. This HND is a 240-credit hands-on, industry-aligned program.

Entry Qualification: Cybersecurity Foundation or A/L with ICT or Equalent National or International IT Qualifications + BIET Aptitude Test

Delivery

Duration: 10 Months – Weekdays – Physical | Online

Duration: 12 Months – Weekends – Physical | Online

Curriculum

15 Sections
0 Lessons
44 Weeks

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Cybersecurity Threat and Risk
Understand cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and organizational risks.
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Cryptography
Learn encryption and data protection techniques used in securing information systems.
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Digital Investigations and Forensics
Master computer forensics tools, digital evidence handling, and investigation processes.
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Network Security and Data Communications
Protect information over networks and explore security protocols.
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Database Security and Computer Programming
Secure databases while applying secure coding principles.
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Incident Response, Investigations and Forensics
Learn how to detect, respond, and recover from cyber incidents.
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Operating System and Application Security
Secure operating systems and software from vulnerabilities and malware.
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Applications of Cybersecurity
Explore real-world tools and case studies of cybersecurity implementation.
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Security Management and Governance
Learn strategic and policy-level cybersecurity frameworks and planning.
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Introduction to Laws, Legislations and Ethics
Understand local and global laws in cybersecurity.
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Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Explore penetration testing, threat simulations, and vulnerability discovery.
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Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation
Learn how to scan, assess, and fix security weaknesses.
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Security Operations Center & Incident Response
Understand SOC operations and how to manage real-time threats.
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Mobile and IoT Security
Secure devices and smart systems across mobile and connected platforms.
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Final Project
Capstone project solving a real-world cybersecurity challenge.
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