{"id":6739,"date":"2020-07-07T11:37:51","date_gmt":"2020-07-07T10:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gcet.edu.om\/?page_id=6739"},"modified":"2026-10-19T21:23:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T17:23:55","slug":"bsc-hons-computer-security-and-forensics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gcet.edu.om\/en\/programmes\/bsc-hons-computer-security-and-forensics\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Security and Forensics (Offered Awards: Diploma, Advance Diploma, Bachelor)"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”3%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” enable_gradient=”true” color_overlay=”#eaf1fd” overlay_strength=”1″ gradient_direction=”top_to_bottom” shape_divider_color=”#f4f4f4″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_divider_height=”40%” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”curve_opacity”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”right” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bottom_padding=”2%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_custom_heading text=”Introduction” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”fadeInUp”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1792430393991{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”]The Computer Security and Forensics programme equips students with the knowledge and practical skills required to protect digital systems, respond to cyber threats, and investigate cyber incidents. As cyber risks continue to increase globally, skilled professionals are essential to safeguard critical infrastructure, protect personal and organisational data, and support digital investigations, law enforcement, and legal processes. Approved by the Ministry of Education and awarded by the University of the West of England, Bristol, UK, the programme offers students an internationally recognised British qualification while studying in Oman.<\/span><\/p>\n

The programme combines core computing knowledge with specialised training in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, incident response, and digital forensic investigation. Through strategic industry engagement with partners such as Omantel Academy and EC-Council, students may benefit from practical learning opportunities, hands-on cybersecurity training, real-world simulations, and discounted certification pathways. These opportunities help students strengthen their technical readiness, employability, and career potential in Oman and internationally.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”see-through-2″ hover_text_color_override=”#ffffff” icon_family=”none” text=”Apply Now” url=”https:\/\/srs.gcet.edu.om\/views\/Admisssion\/signup.aspx” margin_right=”20px”][nectar_btn size=”large” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”see-through-2″ hover_text_color_override=”#ffffff” icon_family=”none” text=”apply for exemption” url=”https:\/\/srs.gcet.edu.om\/views\/eapl\/”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][image_with_animation image_url=”11975″ animation=”Fade In From Bottom” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”center” border_radius=”5px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”20px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom”][fancy_box box_style=”hover_desc” icon_family=”iconsmind” image_url=”6719″ hover_color=”extra-color-1″ box_alignment=”left” hover_desc_bg_animation=”long_zoom” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” color_scheme=”dark” secondary_content=”here’s some awesome text that would only be shown on hover” min_height=”350″ hover_content=”University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Student-Hat2″ icon_size=”34″]\n

Awarding Body<\/h3>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” delay=”100″][fancy_box box_style=”hover_desc” icon_family=”iconsmind” image_url=”6721″ hover_color=”extra-color-1″ box_alignment=”left” hover_desc_bg_animation=”long_zoom” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” color_scheme=”dark” secondary_content=”here’s some awesome text that would only be shown on hover” min_height=”350″ hover_content=”Fulltime Normal, Fulltime Flexible and Part-time” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Open-Book” icon_size=”34″]\n

Mode of Study<\/h3>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” delay=”200″][fancy_box box_style=”hover_desc” icon_family=”iconsmind” image_url=”6723″ hover_color=”extra-color-1″ box_alignment=”left” hover_desc_bg_animation=”long_zoom” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” color_scheme=”dark” secondary_content=”here’s some awesome text that would only be shown on hover” min_height=”350″ hover_content=”Diploma: 2 Academic Years Full Time and up to 4 Years Part Time or Flexible
\nAdvance Diploma: 3 Academic Years Full Time and up to 6 Years Part Time or Flexible
\nBachelor: 4 Academic Years Full Time and up to 8 Years Part Time or Flexible” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Clock-Forward” icon_size=”34″]\n

Duration<\/h3>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” delay=”300″][fancy_box box_style=”hover_desc” icon_family=”iconsmind” image_url=”6725″ hover_color=”extra-color-1″ box_alignment=”left” hover_desc_bg_animation=”long_zoom” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” color_scheme=”dark” secondary_content=”here’s some awesome text that would only be shown on hover” min_height=”350″ hover_content=”OMR 3,570 Per Year – 120 Credits.
\n(Fees may increase by 2% annually, subject to MoE approval)” icon_iconsmind=”iconsmind-Calculator-2″ icon_size=”34″]\n

Fees<\/h3>\n[\/fancy_box][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”5%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][toggles style=”minimal” accordion=”true”][toggle color=”Extra-Color-1″ title=”Minimum Entry Requirements”][vc_column_text css=””]Minimum Entry Requirements for this programme are:<\/p>\n