Diploma in Cyber Security

Applications from Pakistani/Foreign Nationals are invited for admission to following Programmes latest by 06-06-2026:

Minimum Required Qualifications :	B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com / ADP or equivalent from HEC recognized institute With at least 2nd division / 45% marks. The condition of securing 50% marks in B.Sc. / B.Com. / B.A. / ADP (or equivalent) is relaxed for candidates possessing a higher qualification such as M.Sc. / M.Com. / M.A. / MBA / MPA / BS (or equivalent), provided that they have obtained at least 45% marks in the higher degree. The condition of securing 50% marks in B.Sc. / B.Com. / B.A. / ADP (or equivalent) may be relaxed by a maximum of 5% for professionals having at least three years of relevant experience in a duly registered and recognized organization of national or international repute.
Prerequisite Subject :	nil
Quota :	No Quota, Admission will be on merit only.
Merit Calculation :	Merit will be calculated on the basis of percentage marks obtained in B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com / ADP or equivalent.

 

Fee Structure

Heads	1st Semester	2nd Semester
Admission Fee	4,000 PKR	–
Registration Fee	1,000 PKR	1,000 PKR
Security	5,000 PKR	–
Tuition Fee*	60,000 PKR	60,000 PKR
Course File	6,000 PKR	6,000 PKR
Examination Fee	12,000 PKR	12,000 PKR
Total:	88,000 PKR	79,000 PKR
* Tuition Fee is 5000 PKR per credit hour

 

Program Overview

Teaching Mode :	Asynchronous Teaching (study from anywhere at your own pace)
Duration :	One Year (two semesters)

 

How To Apply

1. The applicants can apply through Online Application System at QAU website. The applicant is advised to deposit Rs. 1500/- as application processing fee via online payment through Kuickpay or 1-Bill.
2. The payment receipt must be uploaded on the online Admission form along with other scanned requisite documents; otherwise application will not be entertained.

 

Program Highlights

1. Flexible Open and Distance Learning mode – study from anywhere at your own pace
2. LMS-based interactive online teaching with quality learning materials
3. Expert faculty from Institute of Information Technology and industry
4. Hands-on training in real-world cyber defense
5. Industry-relevant curriculum focused on practical skills

 

High-Demand, Market-Oriented Cyber Security Topics You’ll Master

1. Ethical Hacking, Penetration Testing C Red Teaming
2. AI-Powered Threat Detection C Automated Response
3. Zero Trust Architecture C Cloud-Native Security
4. Ransomware Defense, Malware Analysis C Incident Response
5. Digital Forensics C Advanced Cyber Investigation
6. Post-Quantum Cryptography C Next-Gen Encryption
7. IoT, OT C Critical Infrastructure Protection
8. Threat Intelligence, SOC Operations C Cyber Defense
9. Cybersecurity Governance, Risk Management C Compliance
10. DevSecOps C Secure Software Development

 

Program Objectives

1. 1. Provide quality education and advanced cyber security skills
   2. Develop practical expertise in cyber defense, ethical hacking, risk management, and legal/ethical aspects
   3. Prepare students for leadership roles in the high-demand cyber security sector

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