With the growing number of cyber-attacks on important information systems, critical infrastructures, personal devices, etc. there is an urgent and massive need for cyber security professionals with the right capabilities. Our comprehensive program at AOU will train you in the latest tools and technologies, techniques, and concepts in Cyber Security. Prepare yourself in order to successfully navigate the changing landscape of Cyber Security.
Why to study
The learning curve for organizations adapting to the digital world is steep even now. And it does not show any sign of tapering off. “The world is only becoming more networked,". Increased connectivity is directly proportional to heighten security needs.
Established in 2004, the General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic & Electronic Security in Bahrain is concerned with cyber security in a range of sectors, including energy, finance and banking, health, education, and others.
The organization includes the following directorates:
- Anti-Corruption Crime Directorate
- Cyber Crime Directorate
- Anti-Economic Crimes Directorate
- International Affairs & Interpol Directorate
- System Detection Directorate
The aim of this program is to build up a foundation on the basic understanding of network security, cryptology, and digital forensics and to lead our students to gain expertise during the final year of their bachelor program journey.
In addition to the above mentioned, the program has the following distinctive features:
- Tutorials are delivered by experienced, skilled, and highly qualified tutors in Cyber Security.
- It provides hands on training to deal with security issues.
- Up to date laboratories with commercial and open-source security software are available.
- Latest configuration computers in the laboratory are available.
- Delivery of information is boosted by the collective intelligence of multiple tutor teams at different branches.
Admission Requirements
The conditions for admission to Arab Open University – Kingdom of Bahrain include the following:
1. The applicant must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, provided that the certificate is accredited by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
2. The applicant must take the Arab Open University's English language placement test, or submit evidence of passing one of the internationally accredited English language tests, in accordance with the following table:
| Minimum Score | Type | Exam |
| 477 | Paper Exam
| TOEFL
|
| 153 | Computer-based Exam
|
| 53 | Web-based Exam |
| 4.5 | -
| IELTS |
3. Applicants with high school diploma from the literary track cannot apply to the programme
Note: The files of all admitted students shall be attested by the Higher Education Council, and accordingly the students shall be provided with an HEC ID number once approved.
Fields of Profession
This programme qualifies prospect students to obtain a bachelor's degree in cyber security where they can apply their skills in various fields including public and private sector as almost all companies adopt IT communication and digital devices. Students can build world class cyber security expertise and become cyber security freelancers/entrepreneurs.
Method of delivery
The method of teaching for all Faculty of Computer Studies programmes is blended learning
