(Double Major)
Bachelor of IT in Cyber Security and Forensics and Finance
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Overview
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Overview
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About the Programme
Bachelor of Information Technology in Cyber Security and Forensics and Finance (Double Major)
Cybercrime has quickly risen to become a top-level national security priority across the globe. Increasing the protection of data security, as well as reducing the impact of a network or database security breach, are the key challenges for IT security specialists.
In this Degree programme, you will gain a solid foundation of the theoretical and practical aspects of different dimensions of cyber security, such as network security, software security, system security measures and models, information security, computer forensics, penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
You will learn how to forensically examine digital evidence, identify and respond to threats and information security incidents, and develop the digital forensic and critical thinking skills to solve computer crime.
In the final year of your programme, you will take part in an IT Professional Practice Project module. This will include working in a team with other students, and consulting with real clients to recommend, develop and implement new technologies to solve cyber security problems.
Students have the option to enrol in either Single or Double Majors.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology in Cyber Security and Forensics and Finance from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDurationPossible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)IntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberCareer OpportunitiesComputer Security OfficerCyber Forensic InvestigatorCyber Security AnalystEthical HackerForensic AuditorInformation Security OfficerIT Security and Risk AnalystIT Security and Risk ConsultantNetwork and Security SpecialistAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations -
About the Programme
Bachelor of Information Technology in Cyber Security and Forensics and Finance (Double Major)
Cybercrime has quickly risen to become a top-level national security priority across the globe. Increasing the protection of data security, as well as reducing the impact of a network or database security breach, are the key challenges for IT security specialists.
In this Degree programme, you will gain a solid foundation of the theoretical and practical aspects of different dimensions of cyber security, such as network security, software security, system security measures and models, information security, computer forensics, penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
You will learn how to forensically examine digital evidence, identify and respond to threats and information security incidents, and develop the digital forensic and critical thinking skills to solve computer crime.
In the final year of your programme, you will take part in an IT Professional Practice Project module. This will include working in a team with other students, and consulting with real clients to recommend, develop and implement new technologies to solve cyber security problems.
Students have the option to enrol in either Single or Double Majors.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology in Cyber Security and Forensics and Finance from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDurationPossible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)IntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberCareer OpportunitiesComputer Security OfficerCyber Forensic InvestigatorCyber Security AnalystEthical HackerForensic AuditorInformation Security OfficerIT Security and Risk AnalystIT Security and Risk ConsultantNetwork and Security SpecialistAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations
Ranking & Accreditation
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Modules
Cyber Security and Forensics
- Computer Security
- Cyber Forensics and Information Technology
- Databases
- Information Security Policy and Governance
- Information Technology Project Management
- Introduction to ICT Research Methods
- IT Professional Practice Project
- Security Architectures and Systems Administration
- Systems Analysis and Design
Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Derivative Securities
- Finance Law
- International Finance
- Investment Analysis
- Treasury Management
Students are required to complete the following common modules:
- Career Learning: Managing Your Career*
- Building Employability Skills OR Consulting and Freelancing
Applicants may be required to complete general elective modules to fulfil the required credit points.
*3-year Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
Year 1 Module Outline available here — private Diploma and Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma; OR
- Polytechnic Diploma; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered Private Education Institutions.
Year 1 Entry
Click here for more information.
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.
English Language Requirements- An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
- GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
- IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
- Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
- Any other equivalent English language qualification.
Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
*Applicable for international student.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma; OR
- Polytechnic Diploma; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered Private Education Institutions.
Year 1 Entry
Click here for more information.
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.
English Language Requirements- An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
- GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
- IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
- Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
- Any other equivalent English language qualification.
Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
*Applicable for international student.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$26,524.80 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,684.80 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)S$26,885.52 payable in 5 instalments
(17 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,045.52 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)
S$26,770.40 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,950.40 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)S$27,134.46 payable in 5 instalments
(17 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,314.46 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
^The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$237.60
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$280.80*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Murdoch University Education GrantThis Education Grant aims to provide financial assistance to Murdoch University students pursuing selected Degree programmes. For more information, please click here or contact our programme consultant.
Apply NowPart-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$27,129.60 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,289.60 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)S$27,436.32 payable in 5 instalments
(17 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,596.32 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)
S$27,380.80 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,560.80 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)S$27,690.36 payable in 5 instalments
(17 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$29,870.36 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*.
^The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$237.60
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$280.80*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Murdoch University Education GrantThis Education Grant aims to provide financial assistance to Murdoch University students pursuing selected Degree programmes. For more information, please click here or contact our programme consultant.
Apply NowFull-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
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International ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$35,985.60 payable in 2 instalments
(17 units)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2023)
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$496.80
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until June 2023 intakes)S$518.40
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable for July 2023 intake onwards)Administration FeeS$972*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until June 2023 intakes)S$1,026*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable for July 2023 intake onwards)*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Apply NowFull-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online
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DurationDuration
- Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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DurationDuration
- Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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