Cyber Security

As technology advances, the number of computer systems in Malaysia and globally has increased dramatically, and the dependence upon them by individuals, businesses, industries and governments have grown.

The topic of cybersecurity is sweeping the world by storm with some of the largest and most advanced companies in the world falling victim to cyber-attacks in just the last 5 years.

Cyber security professionals are increasingly in demand as businesses continue to battle the growing threat of cybercrime.

Cybersecurity is very much a global issue. In Malaysia, specifically, cybercrimes have increased at an average of 10,000 cases per year.

Asia Pacific University (APU) is an award-winning university for Computing in Malaysia offering the BSc. (Hons) Computer Science with Specialism in Cyber Security Degree.

With the rise in cyber attacks in Malaysia incurring huge losses to companies, demand will increase for Ethical Hackers.

Ethical Hacking basically involves an authorized attempt to gain unauthorized access to a computer system, application, or data.

Cyber security professionals are increasingly in demand as businesses continue to battle the growing threat of cybercrime in Malaysia and globally.

Digital or IT-related jobs, including Cyber Security professionals will continue to stay in demand for the next decade.

As the Digital Economy takes the centre stage around the world, the risk of cybersecurity threats has also become prevalent. The threats have become increasingly sophisticated making the need for qualified cybersecurity experts to grow exponentially in Malaysia.

As online security threats become more menacing and damaging to organisations, there is a great need for qualified and skilled professionals to help manage the risks and prevent future attacks.

With such a significant impact on our lifestyle and businesses, this explosion in technology attacks needs more professionals in cybersecurity.

Cyber security professionals will be highly sought after across a number of industries, especially in the banking sector in Malaysia. Senior Managers can earn between RM17,000 to RM20,500 a month!

Students after SPM or O-Levels interested in a career in information technology, software engineering, computer science or cyber security can go for the 1-year Foundation in Information Technology programmes at top private universities in Malaysia.

The Foundation in Information Technology (IT) programmes are cheaper and generally easier than the external Pre-University programmes.

After SPM or O-Levels, the first step before taking a degree in Information Technology (IT), Software Engineering or Computer Science is to go for the Foundation in Computing & Information Technology (IT).

Foundation in Computing & Technology courses are intensive, focused one-year courses which prepare students for your degree studies in Malaysia and guarantee entry to the university of interest upon successful completion.

It can be a bit confusing for students after SPM or O-Levels to enter into their diploma course of interest.

An experienced Education Advisor would be invaluable in assisting you to choose the right Diploma in Computer Science & IT course.

Students should choose the best private universities in Malaysia to study the Computer Science or Information Technology (IT) diploma to obtain the necessary knowledge and skills.

The Diploma in Information Technology course at top private universities in Malaysia is designed for those without any computing knowledge

If you know that you want to go into IT, then students should just take the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) rather than go for a Foundation program.