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Bachelor of Cyber Security and Forensic Computing

Singapore, Singapore
1.5 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Cyber Security and Forensic Computing (Top-up) is a full-time, On-campus bachelor degree taught in Singapore in partnership with University of Portsmouth.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Cyber Security and Forensic Computing.

Career outcomes

Cloud Infrastructure Consultant
Computer Forensic Investigator
Cyber Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Security Analyst
Digital Forensic Examiner
Digital Forensics Specialist
Penetration Tester
Threat Hunter

Curriculum

Full-time 18-month programme of 11 modules. Covers Data Structures and Algorithms
Ethical Hacking
Forensic Fundamentals
Internet of Things
Malware Forensics
Operating Systems and Internetworking
Security and Cryptography
Security Management
Virtualisation and Cloud Design. Assessed through coursework
Projects and examinations.

Entry requirements

Academic

Polytechnic diploma
Kaplan Diploma or equivalent private-institution diploma; Other qualifications case by case; Bridging modules may be required; University of Portsmouth decides.

Accepted academic background

Kaplan Diploma, Polytechnic Diploma or other equivalent Diploma (admission to Year 2 or Year 3 of the degree, Final decision by the partner university); Minimum age 18; Bridging modules may be required

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL PBT 600

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Check entry requirements. Apply at least 6 weeks before the intake (). Submit the application form (fee S$523.to a Kaplan overseas or in-country representative. It includes the Student's Pass application
Which Kaplan files with ICA. Receive the letter of offer
Student contract and eForm. Sign and return them to accept
Then pay as advised. The ICA In-Principle Approval letter serves as the entry visa where required. Attend the compulsory Reporting Day and orientation to collect the Student's Pass.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$20,129 SGD
Application fee	$523 SGD
Deposit	$0 SGD

Program details

Campus	Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge
Faculty or school	Information Technology and Data Science
Department	Cyber Security and Forensic Computing
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
December 2026
Applications closed
2 Sept 2026
Closed
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
109 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1.5 years.