BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Network Security and Forensics

A four-year degree in network security, ethical hacking and digital forensics, with a mandatory industry placement.

CINE

Offered by

CINEC Campus

Next intake: September 2027

LevelBachelors

Duration4 Years

Study modefull-time

CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

This four-year BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Network Security and Forensics is offered at CINEC Campus and, according to the programme page, is approved by the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education. The first year builds a base in computing: mathematics, programming, computer architecture, databases, data structures, internet technologies and networking. Later years move into cryptographic systems, network security, routing and switching, the Internet of Things, digital forensics, cybercrime, ethical hacking and enterprise standards for cyber security. A group project, an industrial placement in the second semester of year three and a final-year undergraduate project round off the degree. CINEC notes strong supervisor support for group and research projects and lists a master's in networks or security as a next step.

Modules

40 modules

MA1101Mathematics for ComputingSemester 1

IT1101Introduction to Computer ProgrammingSemester 1

IT1102Computer Organization and ArchitectureSemester 1

GS1101Principles of Management and EconomicsSemester 1

GS1102Professional PracticeSemester 1

GS1103General English (Non-GPA)Semester 1

MA1202Discrete MathematicsSemester 2

IT1203Database Management SystemsSemester 2

IT1204Data Structures and AlgorithmsSemester 2

IT1205Internet TechnologiesSemester 2

IT1206Fundamentals of Computer NetworksSemester 2

GS1204Business Communication (Non-GPA)Semester 2

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (Option 1)

At least three simple passes ("S") in the Physical Science stream or the Engineering Technology stream, in one sitting.

Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (Option 2)

At least three "S" passes in any stream in one sitting, plus a credit pass ("C") in Mathematics at GCE O-Level, and successful completion of a bridging programme approved by the specified authority.

Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (Option 3)

At least three "S" passes in any stream in one sitting, with a simple pass in Information and Communication Technology in any attempt, plus a credit pass in Mathematics at GCE O-Level.

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 2,100,000total

Course fee shown. A registration fee of Rs. 100,000 is payable in addition (Rs. 2,200,000 in total). CINEC lists payment by year (Rs. 525,000 x 4), semester (Rs. 262,500 x 8) or month (Rs. 46,000 x 46).