BSc Cybersecurity (Features: System Security / Software Security / Cryptography / Privacy-Enhancing Technologies / Cyber Risk Management)

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BSc Cybersecurity (Features: System Security / Software Security / Cryptography / Privacy-Enhancing Technologies / Cyber Risk Management) admo02 Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:57

College/School

College of Computing

Subtitle

理學士 (網絡安全) (特點: 系統安全 / 軟件安全 / 密碼學 / 隱私增強技術 / 網絡風險管理)

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Academic Year of Entry

2025/2026

Admission Code

1218 (JS1218)

Indicative Intake Target

Local Places:

28 (For First Year and Advanced Standing I Entries; Tentative)*

Non-Local Places
(For Overall Direct Applications):

Around 400

Normal Duration of Programme

4 years

Website

https://www.cs.cityu.edu.hk/academic-programmes/programmes-overview

Apply Now (URL)

https://banweb.cityu.edu.hk/pls/PROD/hwskalog_cityu.P_DispLoginNon

Major Leader

Prof Gerhard Petrus HANCKE

BEng (Pretoria), MEng (Pretoria), PhD (Cambridge), LLB (UNISA), FIEEE CEng

Remarks

* for JUPAS and non-JUPAS admissions

Admission Scheme

JUPAS Admission

Non-JUPAS Year 1 Admission

International Admission

Mainland Non-Gaokao Admission

Why BSc Cybersecurity?

The rapid and unprecedented evolution of the digital landscape is being driven by transformative technologies like AI, Big Data, and FinTech, revolutionizing industries across the globe. Nevertheless, these advancements introduce novel vulnerabilities and threats, underscoring the critical imperative for cybersecurity professionals. The pervasive shortage of skilled cybersecurity experts continues to persist within numerous businesses worldwide, resulting in a substantial and escalating demand for qualified cybersecurity professionals.

Entrance Requirements

JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1218 BSc Cybersecurity
HKDSE Subject	Minimum Level Required
English Language	Level 3
Chinese Language	Level 3
Mathematics	Level 3
Citizenship and Social Development	Attained
Elective 1	Level 3 in one elective subject from: - Biology - Chemistry - Information and Communication Technology - M1/M2 - Physics
Elective 2	Level 3

Notes:
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/ Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.

Curriculum Structure

First-year studies

Subject Area	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Units
Gateway Education (15 credit units)
Chinese Civilisation	GE1501	Chinese Civilisation - History and Philosophy	3
English	GE1401 and GE2410 LC0200A and LC0200B	University English (3CU) English for Engineering (3CU) or English for Academic Purposes 1 and 2 (6 CU) (depending on students' language background)	6
College-specified Courses(Mathematics)	MA1200 / MA1300	Calculus and Basic Linear Algebra I / Enhanced Calculus and Linear Algebra I	3
College-specified Courses(Mathematics)	MA1201 / MA1301	Calculus and Basic Linear Algebra II / Enhanced Calculus and Linear Algebra II	3
College Requirement (6 credit units)
Computing	CS1302	Introduction to Computer Programming	3
Choose one from the following three subject areas:
Physics	PHY1201	General Physics I (3CU)	3
Chemistry	CHEM1300	Principles of General Chemistry (3CU)
Biology	CHEM1200	Discovery in Biology (3CU)
Major Requirements (9 credit units)
Core Courses	CS2310	Computer Programming	3
	CS2117	Foundation of Cybersecurity	3
	CS2402	Introduction to Computational Probability Modeling	3
Total:			30

Department of Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science was established in 1984, and has evolved from a teaching-oriented department into one that excels in both teaching and research.

The Department launched its first BSc in Computer Studies in 1987 (renamed and restructured as the BSc Computer Science in 2000), followed by the MSc in Computer Science in 1991. The Department also produced its first PhD graduate in 1994.

In addition to offering traditional courses such as foundations of computer science, computer architecture and software engineering, our curriculum exposes students to the latest advances in cloud computing, machine learning, and bioinformatics. Students have the opportunity to undertake a major design and development project in areas such as electronic commerce, virtual reality, multimedia, computer vision, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

All teaching within the Department is subject to stringent quality assurance procedures. The Department maintains state-of-the-art computing facilities, including a private cloud infrastructure for teaching activities support and a high-throughput computing cluster for computationally intensive tasks involved in various research activities.

The Department's research foci include bioinformatics, cloud computing, data science, evolutionary computation and metaheuristic, information security, machine learning, mobile computing, multimedia computing, software engineering, vision and graphics. Our staff have contributed intellectually and professionally to the advancement of these fields.

Our Target

We provide a comprehensive undergraduate education with a balanced emphasis on both foundational computer science and systematic cybersecurity training. Ensure that students gain a solid understanding of the cybersecurity principles, practical skills in various security domains, and the managerial knowledge required to oversee or contribute to a cybersecurity team, all built upon a solid foundation of computer science education.

Industrial Training and International Exchange

After completing the first two years of full-time study, CS students will take a 9-month IT Professional Internship (ITPP) course in the third year. This structured placement/internship programme enables our students to integrate and apply what they have learnt in class in a real-world environment. Students perform IT-related projects/developments, and learn how to work as a team member in business or government organizations. In the past, we had students who work at international computer vendors, such as Siemens Ltd., Huawei Tech. Investment Co., Limited; at banks such as HSBC and the Bank of East Asia; at the Hong Kong SAR government and related organisations such as the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer, the Hospital Authority, the Housing Authority and other enterprises such as Hongkong Electric, Deloitte China and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited. During the placement year, students will take one day off weekly from work to study a number of courses. For more information, please visit the ITPP website.

If time permits, students may in addition opt for additional short-term overseas internships between the ITPP and semester start. For more information, please visit the University’s Career and Leadership Centre website.

Furthermore, for students to broaden their educational horizons, gain language experience and enhance their awareness of different cultures, the Department, College and University offer over 110 credit-bearing exchange programmes with various partner institutions around the world including universities in Australia, Canada, Europe, the US and the Asia-Pacific region. For details on Outgoing Exchange opportunities, please visit the University's Global Engagement Office website.

Useful Links

Department of Computer Science
College of Engineering
Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents
CityUHK Talents Programme