Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science and Cybersecurity

Programme Objectives

This programme enables students to master core cybersecurity knowledge and practical skills, enhancing their ability to solve real-world challenges. Graduates will be equipped with the capabilities to address various cybersecurity challenges and can excel in different industries, such as finance, technology, and healthcare, becoming cybersecurity talents with applied skill.

Programme Features

• Comprehensive Contents: The programme offers a thorough cybersecurity knowledge framework, covering penetration testing, security management, digital forensics, and various aspects of network, terminal, and software security. It also includes fundamental computer science knowledge and skills. Students can pursue additional computer science-related modules based on their interests and career development goals, broadening their career prospects.
• Professional Facilities: State-of-the-art teaching facilities are provided for students, including ‘Security Operations Centre’ and ‘Cyber Range and Practice Centre’, offering professional hardware and system platforms.
• Cyber Range Interconnection: HKCT cyber range serves as a Hong Kong regional centre of the Peng Cheng Laboratory national-level cyber range. It has achieved platform interconnection with the Yellow Crane Cyber Range of Huazhong University of Science and Technology located in the national network security base, the Industrial Control Cyber Security Range of Guilin University of Electronic Technology, and the Jiaxing Cyber Range of Zhejiang University. 
• Practical Experience Focus: The cyber range provides students with a real cyber attack and defence environment, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in simulated scenarios of real network vulnerabilities, threats, and attacks. In this controlled experimental environment, students can freely explore, experiment, and learn from mistakes without risking actual systems.
• Career Preparation: Dedicated laboratory sessions enable students to enhance their technical skills in penetration testing, incident response, and cyber defence. The comprehensive facilities and abundant practical sessions help students prepare for various cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISA, and CISP, ensuring students master both theoretical knowledge and practical applications through simulated examination scenarios.
• Strong Industry Tiers: To ensure programme relevance to industry developments, we have established close partnerships with major technology companies, including cybersecurity companies like Topsec Technologies Group, Sangfor Technologies, and Integrity Technology Group, China Mobile International Limited (one of Hong Kong's top three telecommunications providers), and the Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS). Through access to the latest resources, students can stay current with the newest trends, tools, and technologies in cybersecurity, effectively addressing emerging threats.
• Renowned Academic Partners: We cooperate with top-notch cybersecurity institutes in mainland China including Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Xidian University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University to cultivate cybersecurity talents. Moreover, we co-constructed the 'Zhejiang-Hong Kong Cross-Border Data Security Research Centre' with 'The School of Cyber Science and Technology (SCST) at Zhejiang University' to join hands to develop professional skills, product manufacturing, and technology research, etc.

Featured Modules

• Penetration Testing
• Digital Forensics
• Applied Cryptography
• Block Chain Technology
• Embedded System and Security
• Legal and Regulatory Issues in Cybersecurity
• Wireless and Mobile Security
• Mobile and IoT Firmware Forensics

Full Programme Modules

Graduates can pursue careers in cybersecurity technology or information technology-related positions. Here are the current cybersecurity career paths and progression opportunities in Hong Kong:

• Information Security Manager
• Cybersecurity Product Manager/Project Manager
• Security Development Engineer
• Information Security Instructor
• IT or Security Consultant

The programme is supported by the numerous renowned mainland and local technology companies which provide exchange and training opportunities, internship and career development in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area to students.

Below are some organisations that offer internship opportunities:

• Alibaba
• Topsec Technologies Group
• Sangfor Technologies
• Integrity Technology Group
• Palo Alto Networks
• China Unicom
• China Mobile

Prof. DING Yong, Dean of Institute of Cyberspace Technology

Associate Prof. QU Bo, Associate Dean of Institute of Cyberspace Technology

Prof. LAM Sum, Sam 

Prof. YI Chen, Alex

Prof. XU Guoai

Dr TANG Yajuan, Kathy 

Mr HO Chun Wah, Garrick 

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirement may apply for a 2-year Higher Diploma programme (listed below) and articulate to this Bachelor's Degree (Year 3 entry) programme.

• Higher Diploma in Cybersecurity (Testing and Compliance)
• Higher Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
• Higher Diploma in Industrial Internet of Things
• Higher Diploma in Computer Studies (Mobile Applications and Game Development)

Tuition fees and subsidies are to be reviewed and adjusted annually on various factors.
The accreditation status of the programme is subject to the final approval of the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications.