Networking and Security (N&S)
This track provides students with opportunities to study specialized topics related to Networking and Security, including study of CISCO Networking, Advanced Networking, Applied Network Security, Communication Technology and Changing Work Environments and Flexible working arrangements.
FCS-Programme-Specification-AOU.pdfCareer Opportunities
• Security Analyst
• Security Engineer
• Security Architect
• Security Administrator
• Security Software Developer
• Cryptographer
• Network Technical Architects
• Network Technicians
• Network Principals
• Network Administrators
• Cryptanalyst
• Network and Security Consultant
Program Duration
• The minimum number of semesters for a Bachelor's degree is six regular semesters and one summer (3 academic years).
• The maximum number of semesters for a Bachelor's degree is twenty-four semesters (twelve academic years) excluding summers.
Method of Delivery
The method of teaching for all members in FCS full-time teaching/ blended learning.
Lecture attendance is mandatory at least once a week (or twice for some courses) for each registered course. Tutorials are offered from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm and can be scheduled for 1 or 2 days per week to accommodate working students.