Diploma in Network Defence and Forensic Countermeasures (PSB Academy)

Part-time

Course Information

Course Type
Part-time
Fees (Local Students)
S$7,257.60 (Full Fee)
Fees (Foreign Students)
S$7,257.60 (Full Fee)
Other Fees
Application and Student Development and Administration Fee: $510
Duration
12 months
Intake Months
January, April, July, October
Programme Grant
No Student Grant for this course
Class Schedule
3 – 4 modules every 3 months, average 2 – 3 hours per session
Assessment Method
Assignments, projects, and written examinations

Description

With the ever-increasing threat of cyber-attacks and an industry shortage of qualified talents, the demand for people with cyber security skills is at an all-time high. Aspiring cyber security specialists need to be equipped with specific skills and professional qualifications to succeed at the forefront of this digital battlefield.

The Diploma in Network Defence and Forensic Countermeasures offers curriculum consisting of specialised cybersecurity modules developed by EC-Council paired with essential InfoComm Technology modules.

The programme allows students to have basics of Cyber Security, and to get specialisation in Network Defence and Digital Forensics.

Obtaining a score of 70% and above in select modules allows you to be awarded up to FOUR separate professional-recognised certifications awarded by EC-Council* in addition to the Diploma of Network Defence and Forensic Countermeasures.

*Students must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in the module to satisfy PSB Academy Diploma requirements, and at least 70% to obtain the EC-Council Certification. For part-time mode, acquire up to 4 EC-Council Certifications (ECSS, CND, CEH, and CHFI). For full-time mode, acquire up to 2 EC-Council Certifications (ECSS and CND).

Course Highlights

Industry Certification
Earn both the optional EC-Council Certified Security Specialist and Certified Network Defender and an academic diploma.

Part-time students may earn additional EC-Council certifications in Certified Ethical Hacker and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator.

Direct Entry To University
Stand to receive exemptions when you advance to selected degree courses with us.

Industry Immersion
Enjoy opportunities for career mentoring, engagement with industry veterans and complimentary access to professional events with Singapore Computer Society and The Institution of Engineering and Technology student chapter memberships.

Essential Cybersecurity Skills
Acquire professional skills such as identifying and implementing network security controls, software engineering and more. Develop an ability to utilise forensic tools to perform electronic evidence collection. Learn data communication and networking with a clearer understanding of the various components in the OSI and TCP/IP model.

Entry Requirements

Local Qualifications

  • 2 GCE ‘A’ Levels; OR
  • PSB Academy Certificate in InfoComm Technology; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); OR
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirements (Language Proficiency)

  • GCE ‘O’ level English (grade 1 to 7); OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy’s Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

International Qualifications:

  • See course webpage for more information

Career Opportunities

Graduates may choose to pursue a future (but not limited to) in these departments/industries:

  • Cyber Security Specialist
  • Digital Forensic Practitioner
  • Penetration Tester
  • Network Security Engineer

Modules

Modules

  • Introduction to Computer and Operating Systems
  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Database Design and Modelling
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Security Specialist*
  • Network Defense*

Elective Modules

  • Information Systems and the Organisations
  • Discrete Mathematics

*Student must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in order to obtain a pass grade in the module to satisfy PSB Academy Diploma requirement and an overall mark of at least 70% in order to obtain the EC-Council Certification:

Module: Security Specialist – EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS)

Module: Network Defense – Certified Network Defender (CND)

Module: Ethical Hacking and Counter Measures – Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Module: Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator – Certified Hacking Forensics Investigator (CHFI)

Mode of Assessment

Includes assignments, projects, and written examinations

External Exams:

  • EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS) certification exam for Security Specialist module
  • EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND) certification exam for Network Defense module
  • EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam for Secure Computer User module
  • EC-Council Certified Hacking Forensics Investigator (CHFI) certification exam for Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator module

Lesson duration

  • On average 2 – 3 hours per session

Locations

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