BS Cybersecurity & Digital forensics
The BS Cyber Security & Digital Forensics program equips students with knowledge and practical skills in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cybercrime investigation, and information security. Through hands-on projects, security labs, internships, and industry training, students develop the technical and analytical abilities required to protect digital systems, investigate cyber threats, and implement secure solutions in government, business, and technology sectors.
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| MATH-0001 | Calculus & Analytical Geometry | 3 |
| COMP-0102 | Programming Fundamentals | 3 |
| PAKS-0003 | Pakistan Studies | 3 |
| ISLA-0004 | Islamic Studies | 2 |
| ENGL-0005 | Functional English | 3 |
| COMP-0106 | Introduction to Information and Communication Technologies | 2 |
| COMP-0102L | Programming Fundamentals Lab | 0 |
| COMP-0106L | Introduction to Information and Communication Technologies L | 0 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| MATH-0007 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| ELEN-0108 | Digital Logic Design | 3 |
| ELEN-0108L | Digital Logic Design Lab | 0 |
| ENGL-0009 | Communication Skills | 3 |
| CSDF-0110 | Information Security | 3 |
| COMP-0111L | Object Oriented Programming Lab | 0 |
| COMP-0111 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| COMP-0112 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| COMP-0112L | Data Structures and Algorithms Lab | 0 |
| COMP-0113 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| MATH-0014 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| CSDF-0115 | Introduction to Cyber Security | 3 |
| SOCI-0350 | Professional Ethics | 3 |
| SOCI-0351 | Sociology | 3 |
| SOCI-0352 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| SOCI-0353 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| SOCI-0354 | Professional Psychology | 3 |
| TSAQN-00301 | ARABIC FOR UNDERSTANDING QURAN | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| CSDF-0116 | Number Theory and Cryptography | 3 |
| COMP-0117 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| COMP-0117L | Operating Systems Lab | 0 |
| COMP-0218 | Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| CSDF-0119 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CSDF-0119L | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Lab | 0 |
| MATH-0120 | Probability and Random Variables | 3 |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| COMP-0221 | Database Systems | 3 |
| COMP-0221L | Database Systems Lab | 0 |
| ELEN-0122 | Embedded Systems | 3 |
| ELEN-0122L | Embedded Systems Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0223 | Introduction to Digital Forensics | 3 |
| ENGL-0024 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| COMP-0225 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| COMP-0225L | Computer Networks Lab | 0 |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| CSDF-0226 | Network Security | 3 |
| COMP-0227 | Image and Video Processing | 3 |
| COMP-0227L | Image and Video Processing Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0228 | Secure Software Design | 3 |
| CSDF-0228L | Secure Software Design Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0361 | Design of Digital Systems | 3 |
| CSDF-0361L | Design of Digital Systems Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0362 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0362L | Cloud Computing Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0363 | Cryptanalysis | 3 |
| CSDF-0364 | High Performance Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0365 | Embedded Systems Security | 3 |
| CSDF-0365L | Embedded Systems Security Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0366 | Computer Architecture | 3 |
| CSDF-0367 | Wireless Network Security | 3 |
Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| CSDF-0229 | Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques | 3 |
| CSDF-0229L | Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0030 | Senior Design Project – I | 0 |
| SOCI-0350 | Professional Ethics | 3 |
| SOCI-0351 | Sociology | 3 |
| SOCI-0352 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| SOCI-0353 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| SOCI-0354 | Professional Psychology | 3 |
| CSDF-0361 | Design of Digital Systems | 3 |
| CSDF-0361L | Design of Digital Systems Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0362 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0362L | Cloud Computing Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0363 | Cryptanalysis | 3 |
| CSDF-0364 | High Performance Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0365 | Embedded Systems Security | 3 |
| CSDF-0365L | Embedded Systems Security Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0366 | Computer Architecture | 3 |
| CSDF-0367 | Wireless Network Security | 3 |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| CSDF-0031 | Senior Design Project – II | 0 |
| MGMT-0340 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGMT-0341 | Principles of Economics | 3 |
| MGMT-0342 | Total Quality Management | 3 |
| MGMT-0343 | Project Management | 3 |
| MGMT-0344 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MGMT-0345 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| CSDF-0361 | Design of Digital Systems | 3 |
| CSDF-0361L | Design of Digital Systems Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0362 | Cloud Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0362L | Cloud Computing Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0363 | Cryptanalysis | 3 |
| CSDF-0364 | High Performance Computing | 3 |
| CSDF-0365 | Embedded Systems Security | 3 |
| CSDF-0365L | Embedded Systems Security Lab | 0 |
| CSDF-0366 | Computer Architecture | 3 |
The approved BS Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics curriculum is designed to develop competent cybersecurity professionals with strong technical expertise, analytical abilities, ethical values, teamwork, and effective communication skills. These qualities prepare graduates for successful careers in various fields, including:
Cybersecurity & Network Security: Careers in cybersecurity, network security, and ethical hacking.
Digital Forensics & Cybercrime Investigation: Opportunities in digital forensics, cybercrime investigation, and malware analysis.
Cloud & System Security: Roles in cloud security, penetration testing, and security operations.
Data Protection & Information Security: Careers in data privacy, cryptography, and secure information systems.
Government & Public Sector: Employment in cybersecurity departments, defense organizations, banks, and telecommunications.
Research & Academia: Careers in teaching, research, and cybersecurity innovation.
Freelancing & Entrepreneurship: Opportunities in cybersecurity consulting and technology based businesses.
International Organizations: Employment in multinational cybersecurity firms and global technology companies.
- Professional Training: Practical experience through cybersecurity projects, forensic investigations, internships, and industry training.
- Technical Certification: Opportunities to gain certifications in ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cybersecurity technologies.
- Knowledge & Understanding: Strong foundation in cybersecurity, digital forensics, network security, and information systems.
- Cybersecurity & Forensic Skills: Ability to identify threats, investigate cybercrimes, and implement secure solutions.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Development of analytical and critical-thinking abilities for security challenges.
- Communication & Teamwork: Effective collaboration and communication skills for professional environments.
- Professional Ethics: Understanding of cybersecurity laws, data privacy, and ethical responsibilities.
- Research & Innovation: Skills in research, emerging technologies, and innovative security solutions.
- Leadership & Management: Leadership, entrepreneurship, and project management capabilities.
- Lifelong Learning: Commitment to continuous professional growth and adaptation to evolving cybersecurity trends.
Min 50% Marks in Intermediate with Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Computer science, Diploma of Associate Engineering, or equivalent. A Level or Any Other Intermediate Equivalent Qualification with Equivalence Certificate from IBCC
