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Free MSc in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing

Why Is the Program Tuition-Free?

As a non-profit initiative, our mission is to make quality education accessible to those who are financially constrained, underserved, or otherwise unable to pursue higher studies through conventional institutions. We believe that education should not be a privilege limited by economic barriers, but a right available to all deserving learners.  To ensure sustainability and maintain academic standards, we only charge a nominal graduation fee, which is used solely to cover essential operational and administrative costs.

FIRST SEMESTER – (Links to join below)

No Application Fee | No Upfront Fee | Just Start Learning

1. Linux Systems Administration
2. Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
3. Securing Linux Server
4. Security Information & Event Management
5. Introduction to Vulnerability Analysis

Note: Upon successful completion of all five courses in the first semester, students will be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing. Each course is assessed through three online evaluations and a comprehensive Capstone Project, ensuring both theoretical understanding and practical competency.

CIU Open Courseware – No Application Fee | No Upfront Fee | Just Start Learning – Links to join above

(Recommended device is laptop | Incomplete resources available with mobile)



SECOND SEMESTER

1. Wireless & Web Pentesting
2. Network Penetration Testing
3. Python for Ethical Hackers
4. Advance Ethical Hacking & Pentesting
5. Python & Pentesting (Lab)

Note: Upon successful completion of all five courses in the second semester, students will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing. Each course is assessed through three online evaluations and a comprehensive Capstone Project, ensuring both theoretical understanding and practical competency.


THIRD SEMESTER

1. Hacking Webservers,Oauth & Session Hacking
2. Evading IDS, Firewall and Vulnerability Analysis
3. Advance Python for Pentesting
4. System’s Internals for Security
5. Webservers, VA & Evading IDS (Lab)

Outcomes: Prepares you for Advance Red Team roles mastering Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing along with writing advance security tools using Python programming for Ethical Hackers.


FOURTH SEMESTER

1. Cryptography
2. Cloud Computing Security
3. Network Analysis with Wireshark
4. Thesis

Outcomes: Upon successful completion of all four semesters, students will be awarded MSc in Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing.



Free University Degree Program Free MSc in Cybersecurity

Cambridge Intercontinental University (CIU)

Enroll in Tuition-Free Accredited MSc, MBA, and Postgraduate Diploma Programs

Cambridge Intercontinental University (CIU) offers tuition-free, industry-focused postgraduate programs carefully designed in alignment with current market trends and evolving professional demands.

These programs are especially well-suited for working professionals seeking to enhance their expertise, strengthen their industry relevance, and acquire additional skills that complement their existing experience. By integrating academic rigor with practical application, CIU ensures learners are well-equipped to meet today’s competitive workforce requirements.


How the Program Works

The Technology Incubation Center at CIU delivers tuition-free academic programs awarded by Cambridge Intercontinental University and accredited by CSA Council.

  • No application fee. No upfront payment to begin.

  • Register and start learning immediately.

Academic Progression Structure:

  • After Semester 1: Award of Postgraduate Certificate

  • After Semester 2: Award of Postgraduate Diploma

  • After Semester 4: Award of MSc or MBA Degree

Each course (5 courses a semester) includes:

  • Comprehensive theory and practical lessons

  • Online assessments (50 questions)

  • A capstone project per subject

Students are required to complete courses sequentially in order to progress to the next academic level.

Additionally:

  • Students may exit the program after completing Semester 1 (PG Certificate) or Semester 2 (PG Diploma).

  • Completion of all four semesters leads to the full MSc or MBA degree award.

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