School of Computing
Cybersecurity
The National Diploma in Cybersecurity equips students with skills in network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and security operations. The programme responds to the growing demand for cyb…
Total Students
240
Enrolled across all years
Graduation Rate
85%
Within nominal duration
Employment Rate
84%
Within 6 months of graduation
Accreditation
NBTE Accredited
National Board for Technical Education
Programme Overview
The National Diploma in Cybersecurity equips students with skills in network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and security operations. The programme responds to the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals in Nigeria and globally.
The programme is designed to produce technically competent graduates who can apply theoretical knowledge to solve practical problems in cybersecurity. Students develop critical thinking, professional ethics, and entrepreneurial skills alongside their technical training, preparing them for immediate employment or further education. The curriculum is regularly reviewed in consultation with industry partners to ensure relevance to current and emerging trends.
Why Choose This Programme?
NBTE Accredited
Fully accredited by the National Board for Technical Education, ensuring national recognition of your qualification.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Courses designed with input from industry partners, so you graduate with skills employers actually need.
Expert Faculty
Learn from experienced lecturers and visiting industry professionals who bring real-world insights to the classroom.
Modern Facilities
Access to well-equipped laboratories, workshops, digital library, and computing resources for hands-on practice.
Strong Career Prospects
Graduates pursue careers as Security Operations Analyst or Penetration Tester, with many securing employment before graduation.
Progression Pathway
ND holders can progress to HND or use Direct Entry into university degree programmes in related fields.
Entry Requirements
To be considered for admission into the ND Cybersecurity programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Five O'Level credits including Mathematics, English, and any two science subjects
- JAMB UTME with relevant subjects
Note: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Admission is competitive and based on available slots, JAMB score, and post-UTME performance.
Curriculum & Course Modules
The Cybersecurity curriculum is structured over 2 years (4 semesters), divided into four semesters. Each semester comprises a balanced mix of core courses, general studies (GST) and practicals. Total programme load is 64 credit units.
* Curriculum is indicative and subject to periodic review by the academic board. Core courses may vary; GST (General Studies) courses are common to all programmes. SIWES = Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme.
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Cybersecurity programme are equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue diverse career paths. Below is a sample of roles, indicative starting salaries (in Nigerian Naira per month), and the top hiring industries for each.
Security Operations Analyst
Monitor SIEM dashboards, triage alerts, and respond to incidents across enterprise networks.
Top hiring industries
Penetration Tester
Ethically hack client systems to identify vulnerabilities before adversaries do.
Top hiring industries
Digital Forensic Analyst
Acquire and analyse digital evidence for investigations and litigation support.
Top hiring industries
Security Consultant
Advise organisations on security strategy, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks.
Top hiring industries
Network Security Engineer
Design and operate firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs and zero-trust network architectures.
Top hiring industries
Compliance & Risk Officer
Ensure NDPA, PCI-DSS and ISO 27001 compliance; manage security risk register.
Top hiring industries
Junior DevSecOps Engineer
Embed security tooling (SAST/DAST) into CI/CD pipelines and cloud workloads.
Top hiring industries
* Salaries are indicative starting ranges for entry-level roles in Nigeria (2026) and vary by employer, location, and candidate experience.
Faculty Teaching This Programme
Learn from experienced academics and industry professionals in the Cybersecurity department.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ND in Cybersecurity is a 2 years (4 semesters) programme offered on a full-time basis. The programme consists of classroom lectures, laboratory/practical sessions, and a mandatory industrial attachment (SIWES) component.
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