Why Choose B.Sc. Cyber Security?
S.G.G.S. Khalsa College Mahilpur • NEP-2020 Based
B.Sc. Cyber Security at S.G.G.S. Khalsa College Mahilpur is one of the most in-demand and career-critical programs in Punjab, designed for the digital security era. This 3/4 year undergraduate program based on the NEP-2020 curriculum focuses on Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Cryptography, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, and advanced cybersecurity practices. Designed for students passionate about protecting digital infrastructure, cyber intelligence, and information assurance, this course builds a strong technical foundation for careers in government agencies, banks, IT firms and defence sectors.
- Top Cyber Security Programme in Punjab
- Modern Labs with Ethical Hacking & Forensic Tools
- Hands-on Training in Penetration Testing & CTF
- Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit & More
- Highly Qualified & Industry-Experienced Faculty
- Strong Government, Defence & IT Sector Placements
Admissions Open! Eligible students (10+2 with PCM/CS, min 35% marks) can apply online or offline. Secure your seat in the most critical and future-proof technology programme and protect the digital world.
B.Sc. Cyber Security — Overview
Protecting Digital Systems & Networks
B.Sc. Cyber Security is a 3/4 year undergraduate program (6/8 semesters) designed for students passionate about protecting digital systems, networks, data integrity, and defending against cyber threats. The course prepares students for careers in one of the fastest growing and highest-paying sectors in the world.
Why Choose B.Sc. Cyber Security?
- Hands-on labs with Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite and industry tools.
- Learn Ethical Hacking, Penetration Testing, Digital Forensics and Incident Response.
- Prepares for globally recognized certifications like CEH, CompTIA Security+, OSCP and CISSP.
- Develops threat analysis, vulnerability assessment and network defence skills.
Career Opportunities
- Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester
- Digital Forensics Investigator
- Network Security Engineer
- Government Cyber Intelligence (CERT-In, DRDO)
- Cloud Security Architect
Course Duration & Eligibility
Who Can Apply & How Long
The B.Sc. Cyber Security program is a 3/4-year undergraduate course divided into 6/8 semesters. It provides a strong foundation in Networking, Programming, Operating Systems, Cryptography and Security Operations.
Duration
3/4 Years (6/8 Semesters)
Eligibility
10+2 with PCM / Computer Science — Minimum 35% Marks
What You Will Achieve
Skills & Competencies Gained
Develop strong networking and operating system fundamentals essential for understanding and defending cybersecurity threats.
Gain hands-on ethical hacking skills using Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap and other industry-standard penetration testing tools.
Understand and implement cryptographic algorithms, public key infrastructure, digital signatures and data protection techniques.
Perform digital forensics and incident response — collecting, preserving and analysing digital evidence for cybercrime investigations.
Participate in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, hackathons, and real-world vulnerability disclosure programs.
Prepare for globally recognized certifications like CEH, CompTIA Security+, OSCP, CISSP, and government sector cybersecurity exams.
Build understanding of cyber law, IT Act, compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) and ethical responsibilities of security professionals.
Enhance analytical thinking, team-based incident response and communication skills needed in Security Operations Centers (SOC).
Core Areas of Learning
Practical, Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Network Security
Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, protocols, and secure network design principles.
Ethical Hacking
Penetration testing methodology, Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite.
Cryptography
Symmetric & asymmetric encryption, PKI, digital signatures, SSL/TLS.
Digital Forensics
Evidence collection, analysis tools, memory forensics, cybercrime investigation.
Cloud Security
AWS/Azure security, cloud threat models, identity management, data protection.
Cyber Law & Ethics
IT Act 2000, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST frameworks, professional responsibilities.
High-Demand Careers in Cyber Security
India & Global Opportunities
B.Sc. Cyber Security opens doors to multiple high-growth, high-paying career paths in India and abroad — from government intelligence agencies to global tech giants and financial institutions.