Degree · Computer Science and Information Systems
Cybersecurity(Degree)
Safeguard digital landscapes with our cybersecurity quizzes. Navigate through encryption, network security, and ethical hacking. Prepare to defend against cyber threats and contribute to the protection of critical systems.
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Fourth Year · CYBER402Coming soon
Information Security Governance and Policy
Governance is about the rules and frameworks that ensure a Zambian organization’s security strategy is effective and legally compliant. This course covers international standards like ISO 27001 and how to develop effective security policies for employees. You will learn how to lead a security team and how to communicate security risks to non-technical stakeholders. This is essential for anyone aiming for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role in the future. For help with your final-year essays or to prepare for your governance assessments, 25schools offers a range of study tools and past paper questions to ensure you graduate with top marks.
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First Year · CYBER102Coming soon
Introduction to Cybersecurity Concepts
This course serves as your entry point into the world of digital defense. You will explore the different types of cyber threats, from simple malware to complex phishing schemes that often target Zambian mobile money users. We discuss the importance of the CIA triad—Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability—and how it applies to protecting sensitive national data. Understanding the mindset of a hacker is the first step toward stopping them. To ensure you have a firm grasp of these introductory theories before your first-year finals, 25schools offers a range of revision materials and mock tests designed to help you succeed in your assessments.
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Third Year · CYBER305Coming soon
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems
This course focuses on the tools used to monitor networks for malicious activity in real-time. You will learn how to set up and manage Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), which are the 'security cameras' of the digital world. In Zambia, these systems are essential for protecting critical infrastructure and large corporate networks. You will learn how to write rules to detect specific threats and how to respond to alerts. For a better understanding of how these systems work and to prepare for your third-year exams, 25schools provides a wealth of study materials and practice tests to help you succeed.
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First Year · CYBER103Coming soon
Networking Protocols and Secure Hardware
You cannot protect a network if you do not understand how it communicates. This course dives into the protocols that power the internet, such as TCP/IP, and the physical hardware like routers and switches used in Zambian corporate offices. You will learn how data packets travel across the globe and where they are most vulnerable to interception. Mastering networking is critical for anyone wanting to work as a security analyst or network administrator. If you find the layers of the OSI model confusing, visit 25schools for clear, step-by-step explanations and practice questions that will help you ace your networking exams with confidence.
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Second Year · CYBER201Coming soon
Network Security and Advanced Firewalls
Building on your networking knowledge, this course focuses on defending the perimeter. You will learn how to configure firewalls, set up Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and implement access control lists to keep intruders out of sensitive Zambian business networks. We look at how to monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and how to respond when a breach is detected. These are the hands-on skills that local banks and government agencies look for when hiring security engineers. To ensure you can handle the configuration tasks in your upcoming practical assessments, visit 25schools for detailed guides and practice scenarios tailored for your success.
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Second Year · CYBER202Coming soon
Operating System Security (Linux and Windows)
Every operating system has its own set of vulnerabilities. This course teaches you how to 'harden' both Linux and Windows systems to make them resistant to attack. You will learn about user permissions, kernel security, and how to patch systems against known exploits. Given that much of Zambia's server infrastructure runs on Linux, these skills are vital for anyone aiming for a career in system administration or cybersecurity. If you're struggling with the command line or registry settings, 25schools offers simplified tutorials and practice exams to help you master OS security and excel in your second-year studies.
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First Year · CYBER104Coming soon
Programming for Security and Scripting
Automation is a key part of modern security, and this course teaches you how to write scripts that can detect threats or automate repetitive tasks. Using languages like Python and Bash, you will learn to build small tools that can scan networks or analyze log files—skills that are incredibly valuable in Zambia's growing tech industry. Being able to code your own security solutions makes you far more effective than someone who just uses off-the-shelf software. If you're new to coding and need extra help with your scripting assignments, 25schools provides targeted tutorials and coding exercises to help you sharpen your skills and pass your tests.
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Third Year · CYBER303Coming soon
Software Security and Secure Coding Practices
Many security breaches are caused by poorly written code. This course focuses on writing software that is secure from the start, avoiding common mistakes like SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS). In Zambia's booming app development market, knowing how to write secure code is a major advantage that sets you apart from other developers. You will learn to audit code for vulnerabilities and implement best practices for software defense. To ensure your programming projects meet high security standards and to prepare for your coding exams, head over to 25schools for expert study tips and practice exercises.
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Second Year · CYBER205Coming soon
Systems Analysis and Secure Design
Before building a system, you must analyze its requirements and design it with security in mind. This course teaches you the systems development life cycle (SDLC) and how to integrate security at every stage. In the Zambian corporate world, being able to design a system that is efficient yet secure is a highly prized skill. You will learn how to create blueprints for robust IT infrastructures that can withstand modern threats. To help you with your design projects and prepare for your systems analysis exams, 25schools provides a variety of study tools and practice assessments to ensure you stay ahead in your degree.