Associate of Science in Cybersecurity

Degree Level

ADP

Duration

2 years

Semester Fee

Rs. 200,000

Registration Fee

Rs. 25,000

Application Fee

Rs. 5,000

Program Overview

Cyberattacks are becoming smarter, and so must the defenders. This program teaches you how to harness AI to predict threats, detect intrusions, and protect critical infrastructure. You’ll simulate real-world attacks, perform ethical hacking drills, and learn how automated defense systems operate under pressure. Led by professionals with frontline experience in cybersecurity, the program emphasizes both prevention and response using next-gen tools. By graduation, you won’t just understand security — you’ll be able to build intelligent systems that guard data and infrastructure across industries.

Key Features

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Curriculum

Covers ethical hacking, network security, data privacy, cryptography, and system hardening through a balanced mix of theory and practice.
Expertise in Digital Forensics & Penetration Testing

Trains students in real-world skills like penetration testing, forensic investigation, and risk auditing for secure infrastructure.
AI-Powered Cyber Defense Training

Integrates AI tools for intrusion detection, traffic anomaly monitoring, cyberattack simulation, and predictive threat modeling.
Critical Roles in High-Security Sectors

Prepares graduates for essential positions in banking, telecom, government defense, and corporate cybersecurity operations.

Admission Criteria

Fill admission form
Pay application fee Rs. 5,000
Appear in the admission test
Pass the test with 60% marks
Students who pass can join premium Educational program
Acceptance or rejection letter is issues
Last date for fee deposit is given
Admission of Students who don’t pay dues are cancelled.
Every Saturday and Wednesday admission test will be conducted.
Test will be conducted on computers.
Results will be announced the next day and informed to the students on WhatsApp and email.

Admission Process

1. Fill out the admission form.
2. Pay the application fee of Rs. 5,000.
3. Appear for the admission test.
4. Pass the test with a minimum of 60% marks.
5.Students who pass the test can enroll in the premium educational program.
6. An acceptance or rejection letter will be issued.
7. The last date for fee deposit will be clearly indicated on the fee voucher.
8. Admission will be canceled for students who do not pay the required dues by the deadline.
9. Admission tests are conducted every Saturday and Wednesday.
10.Tests will be conducted on computers.
11. Test results will be announced the next day and communicated to students via WhatsApp and email.

Program Curriculum

Semester No 1

Credit Hours

NSC1001 - Applied Physics

3 (2-3)

ICT1001 - Applications of ICT for Smart Learning

3 (2-3)

ANH1001 - Creative Design and Digital Innovation

2 (2-0)

ENG1001 - Effective Communication in Digital World

3 (3-0)

PAK1001 - Pakistan: Ideology & Constitution

2 (2-0)

SSE1001 - Psychology and Human Behaviour in the Digital Age

2 (2-0)

Fundamental Mathematics (deficiency course)

Semester No 2

Credit Hours

CSC1301 - Probability & Statistics

3 (3-0)

ETR1001 - Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy

2 (2-0)

CSC1101 - Programming Fundamentals

4 (3-3)

CSC1102 - Digital Logic Design

3 (2-3)

RNE1001 - Islamic Studies / Ethics and AI Morality

2 (2-0)

CIV1001 - Civic and Community Engagement

2 (2-0)

Pre-Calculus II (deficiency course)

Semester No 3

Credit Hours

QRE1001 - Discrete Structure

3 (3-0)

QRE1002 - Calculus & Analytical Geometry

3 (3-0)

ENG1002 - Writing & Reading for Impact

3 (3-0)

CSC2101 - Object Oriented Programming

4 (3-3)

CSC2102 - Database Systems

4 (3-3)

Semester No 4

Credit Hours

CSC1301 - Linear Algebra

3 (3-0)

CSC2103 - Data Structures

4 (3-3)

CSC2106 - Advanced Database Management Systems

3 (2-3)

CSC2104 - Software Engineering

3 (3-0)

CSC2105 - Operating Systems

3 (2-3)

Student Success Stories

University of South Asia gave me real-world exposure in penetration testing and AI-driven threat detection that landed me my first cybersecurity role.

Ahmed Raza

Alumani

From cryptography labs to AI-based risk analysis, the program prepared me to audit systems and secure sensitive data in the telecom sector.

Sana Javed

Alumani

The AI tools we learned—like intrusion detection and incident simulation—are exactly what I now use in live network security operations every day

Billal Asif

Alumani

Faqs

Do I need a programming background to enroll in this program?

Basic programming knowledge helps, but foundational coding is taught during the program to support your understanding of cybersecurity tools and AI applications.

What hands-on tools or platforms are covered?

Students work with Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit, Splunk, and AI platforms for anomaly detection and threat modeling.

Are there internship or job placement opportunities?

Yes, the university has partnerships with tech firms, banks, and telecoms that often recruit graduates for entry-level cybersecurity roles and internships.

How is AI integrated into cybersecurity training?

AI is used to simulate attacks, detect anomalies, automate responses, and analyze security threats in real time using machine learning models.

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