Digital Business and Information Security

Digital Business and Information Security

  • Study Facts
    • Area of Study
      Computing
    • ECTS
      30
    • NQF Level
      Bachelor's degree (Level 6 1. Cycle)
    • Campus
      Online
    • Study Mode
      Full-time, Part-time
    • Entry Requirements
      Entry Requirements
    • Study Programme Leader
      Piet Delport
Introduction

Secure the Digital Future: Business, Code & Governance – Fully Asynchronous with Fixed Assessments 

Digital skills are no longer optional. To succeed in today’s workplace, you need to understand technology, business processes, finance, and how to secure them all. This 30 ECTS programme provides exactly that foundation in just one semester, or two semesters for part-time studies.  You will gain technical, business, and security literacy that is directly relevant to modern organisations. Students who complete this package may apply for admission to the bachelor programme, with their 30 ECTS credited as part of their studies. The programme is delivered fully online and asynchronous — study when and where it suits you — with fixed assessment deadlines that keep you motivated and on track. 

Why Choose This Programme? 

  • Asynchronous + Structured: Study when it suits you, but with clear deadlines to stay on track. 
  • Flexible Entry: Start in January (full-time or part-time) or August (part-time only). 
  • Career-Relevant Skills: Gain knowledge in coding, business processes, finance, and security – highly in demand across industries. 
  • Compact and Powerful: 30 ECTS in one semester, designed as stand-alone skills development or as a stepping stone to further study. 
  • Pathway: ECTS can be carried directly into the Bachelor in Digital Assurance and Security Management 

How It Works 

  • Fully online, asynchronous learning: lectures, readings, assignments all available when you log in 
  • Collaborative components (forums, peer feedback) to build connections and practical understanding 
  • Assessments across courses + a capstone integration project linking programming, business, and security 

Who Should Apply 

  • Professionals seeking to move into security, governance, risk, or compliance roles 
  • Business or IT graduates wanting to add security & assurance skills to their toolkit 
  • Anyone curious about coding and business but also driven to protect systems, data & trust
Aims of the Degree Programme

What You Will Learn 

  • Programming fundamentals: problem-solving, coding basics, and secure solutions. 
  • Business processes: how organisations create value and where risks can emerge. 
  • Accounting and controls: understanding financial systems and internal checks. 
  • Information security and governance: risk management, policies, and technical safeguards. 

The programme serves as a recognised route into the Bachelor in Digital Assurance and Security Management.

Entry Requirements

For general admission it is required to document the following criteria as passed:

  • Higher Education Entrance Qualification, and
  • Candidates must be able to document proficiency in the English language.
    Language requirements by Samordna Opptak

For admission on basis of prior learning and work experience:
Admission based on prior experience requires a written application for evaluation. Applicable candidates must be at least 25 years of age in the year of admission.

For candidates with foreign education the requirements for Higher Education are:

  • The country must be recognized by NOKUT, specified in the GSU-list.
  • Candidates must be able to document proficiency in the English language.
    Language requirements by Samordna Opptak

For further information, please see the admission requirements: https://www.noroff.no/en/admission/admission-requirements

Opportunities for Further Studies

Bachelor in Digital Assurance and Security Management