Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree in Information Security

Curriculum

In Year One, all students will embark on a Common Year One curriculum within the Faculty of Engineering. 

Year Two: Data Structures and Algorithms, Database System, Digital and Computer System, Discrete Mathematics, Applied Cryptography, Data and Computer Communication and Operating Systems.

Year Three: Computer Systems Principles and Security, Object-Oriented Design and Programming, Database Security, Integrated Project, Legal Aspects, Professionalism and Ethics of Computing, Network Security, System Programming, Web Application Design and Development and Technical Elective subjects.

Year Four: Engineering Management, Service and Cloud Computing, Service-Learning, Wireless and Mobile Systems, Capstone Project and Technical Elective subjects.

To graduate from the programme, students must complete the Summer Internship and Work-Integrated Education requirement, i.e., four weeks of full-time employment within the study period.

Information on the subjects offered can be obtained at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/eee/.

* The curriculum is subject to review, and changes may be made by the department from time to time.