The British University in Dubai launches Master of Science (MSc) in Cybersecurity

The British University in Dubai (BUiD) has launched a new Master’s programme: MSc in Cybersecurity. The launch event was held at BUiD campus. Professor Khaled Shaalan, Head of Programme, introduced the programme and highlighted the diversity of career paths available for the graduates in various sectors, including oil and gas, hospitality, energy, transportation, retail, manufacturing, defence, aviation, ICT, telecommunications, and banking/financial industries. Graduates can also pursue further studies by undertaking a PhD, which will pave the way for a research career in academia or industry.

Professor Bassam Abu Hijleh, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and IT, said,” Our programme has been carefully designed to develop qualified and skilled cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, the teaching materials, lectures, seminars, research, case studies and labs in our programme are informed by world-class research in AI and cybersecurity being undertaken at BUiD, in collaboration with experts from top international universities such as the University of Edinburgh.”

The programme will provide students with a holistic coverage of cybersecurity, from governance and policy to penetration testing and digital forensics. The programme offers a wide range of learning opportunities in a stimulating learning environment.

At the event, two academic staff from the Faculty of Engineering and IT discussed Cybersecurity issues. Dr Suleiman Yerima talked about cybercrime and evolution of ransomware while Dr Usman Butt discussed safeguarding the digital planet, with cybersecurity as a first line of defence.

BUiD ‘s mission is to disseminate the latest knowledge in important areas of study. It is committed to the UAE’s knowledge-based economy by offering a wide range of programmes and training at the doctoral, Master’s and Bachelor’s levels in various fields including education, business, engineering, project management, finance, law, computer sciences, and artificial intelligence.