Bachelor of Computer Applications (Honours/Honours with Research) Cyber Security

The Bachelor of Computer Applications (Honours/Honours with Research) in Cyber Security is a four-year undergraduate programme designed in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to develop highly skilled professionals capable of protecting digital assets, information systems, and critical infrastructure from emerging cyber threats. The programme combines a strong foundation in computer science with specialized knowledge in cyber security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, secure software development, cloud security, network security, cryptography, cyber laws, threat intelligence, and artificial intelligence for cyber defence.

The curriculum follows an outcome-based and multidisciplinary approach, integrating theoretical concepts with extensive hands-on learning through cyber security laboratories, live projects, simulations, internships, hackathons, industry certifications, and research-oriented activities. Students gain practical experience using modern security tools, vulnerability assessment techniques, penetration testing methodologies, security operations centre (SOC) practices, and incident response frameworks. The Honours with Research pathway enables academically motivated students to undertake advanced research, publish scholarly work, and contribute to innovative solutions in the field of cyber security.

The programme also emphasizes ethical values, legal compliance, communication skills, teamwork, innovation, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. With organizations across every sector investing heavily in cyber resilience, graduates are equipped to address real-world security challenges, safeguard sensitive information, ensure regulatory compliance, and support secure digital transformation initiatives. The programme prepares learners to become competent cyber security professionals, responsible digital citizens, and future technology leaders in an increasingly connected world.

• Provide a strong foundation in computer science, programming, networking, operating systems, and information security.
• Develop expertise in cyber security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cloud security, and cyber defence technologies.
• Equip students to identify, assess, prevent, and respond to cyber threats using industry-standard tools and practices.
• Promote research, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving in emerging areas of cyber security.
• Develop awareness of cyber laws, governance, privacy, ethics, and professional responsibility.

• Apply computing and cyber security principles to solve complex security challenges.
• Design, implement, and manage secure computing and network infrastructures.
• Perform vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and security auditing using modern tools.
• Investigate cyber incidents using digital forensics techniques and prepare professional reports.
• Develop secure software applications following secure coding practices.
• Implement cloud, web, database, endpoint, and network security solutions.
• Apply cyber laws, ethical standards, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams with strong communication and project management skills.
• Conduct research, innovate, and contribute to advancements in cyber security technologies.
• Pursue higher education, professional certifications, entrepreneurship, and continuous professional development.

Graduates of the programme will have excellent career opportunities across government organizations, multinational corporations, financial institutions, defence organizations, consulting firms, healthcare, telecommunications, IT services, and start-ups. Potential career roles include:

• Cyber Security Analyst
• Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
• Digital Forensics Investigator
• Information Security Analyst
• Network Security Engineer
• Cloud Security Associate
• Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
• Incident Response Specialist
• Security Auditor and Compliance Analyst
• Application Security Engineer
• Cyber Security Consultant
• Research Associate

Graduates may also pursue higher studies such as MCA, M.Tech., MS, MBA, postgraduate diplomas, and doctoral research in Cyber Security, Information Security, Digital Forensics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and related interdisciplinary domains.

Minimum percentage and others criteria for admission will be as per UGC/ Concerned Regulatory Bodies.

Provided below are the criteria that need to be met for the given course.

The program syllabus of Bachelor of Computer Applications (Honours/Honours with Research) Cyber Security at Om Sterling Global University, Hisar, Haryana is designed in such a way that it meets all the requirements of the modern world. With this syllabus, a student will always be ready to face any challenge thrown at them and we are not talking just about circumventing an obstacle; but finding a full-fledged and working solution to any given problem in the realm of computer science and applications. The program of Bachelor of Computer Applications aims to produce the finest professionals in the domain of computer applications…so, go out and revolutionize the world with your skills and knowledge.