You may want to know what Cyber security is all about before delving into what cyber security courses are and the list of universities in Nigeria offering Cyber Security courses as well as their requirements and how to apply online for these courses. Now what is Cyber Security? The terms are actually self defined. Knowing that Cyber has to to with the web-space or better put, internet or intranet while security simply means to protect or safeguard an item be it physical or non-physical from a third party, from the breakdown, we simply can define Cyber security as the protection of information in devices and networks from the theft and cloning of hardware, software, or audiovisual data from disruptions and possible collapses.
The world has gone digital and IT has taken over practically every field which includes the blue and white collar jobs. Since information is priceless so is the protection of data. Cyber security in Nigeria today is still at its cradle stage. However, the federal government, through the NUC have begun the implementation of Cyber Security Courses in the various tertiary institution’s scheme of work in Nigeria.
Based on the increase in search for the universities in Nigeria offering Cyber Security Courses, we decided to treat the subject matter and put an end to it once and for all.
Many blogs have been putting up information as regards the list of universities offering Cyber Security Courses in Nigeria in recent times, let it be clear to all readers that as at today, there are no universities in Nigeria offering Cyber Security as a course under full-time or part time degree programme. As opined in paragraph 2, the Federal Government are making conscious efforts to include this course as a full time degree course but the processes are still on-going.
However, you can still acquire a certification in Cyber Security after completion of your course from the university or polytechnic. I will give you the list of cyber security courses you can undertake to give you an edge over other candidates or students as the case may be.
List of Cyber Security Courses with Certificates of Completion
- Certified Cyber Security Professional (CCS-PRO)
- Cyber Security Awareness
- Cyber Security Risk Management
- Computer Forensics Foundation Training
- Introduction to System and Network Security
- Social Engineering Training
You can undergo an online or virtual training session for the above courses through this link. All that is required of you is to click on the cyber security course that best suits your need and apply online. However, a very pocket friendly fee is required for some of the courses while some are free.
Also, you will be given a certificate of completion upon successfully undergoing any of the training on Cyber security programmes.
Requirement for Undertaking a Cyber Security Course in Nigeria
You must be a graduate with at least 5 years working experience in related field. Some online tutors would require that With five years’ or more experience, you can consider preparing to take the (ISC)2 CISSP or ISACA CISM examination since they are the premier cyber security qualifications, and are usually a mandatory requirement for securing a senior management position in any organization.
Hope this article was helpful? be rest assured that as soon as Cyber security as a course is inculcated into our curriculum, we shall list the schools in Nigeria that offers cyber security as well as their requirements for admission.
If you have any questions, you can reach us via the comment section below and we shall respond accordingly.
