Capstone Project Proposal Template

Project Proposal for Professional Diploma in Cybersecurity Capstone Project

Student Name:
Student ID:
Project Title:
Date:
Instructor: Dr. Nasir B.A / Mr. Victor Idonor

1. Project Overview

• Objective:
Provide a brief statement of what you aim to achieve with this project. (e.g., "To
develop a network intrusion detection prototype using machine learning algorithms.")
• Problem Statement:
Describe the specific cybersecurity issue or challenge your project will address.
Explain why this problem is significant.
• Scope:
Outline the boundaries of your project. What specific aspects will you focus on, and
what will you exclude?

2. Methodology

• Research Approach:
Describe the research methods you will use to gather information (e.g., literature
review, case studies, tools, and techniques).
• Tools and Technologies:
List the tools, software, or technologies you will use to develop your project (e.g.,
Wireshark, Python, Metasploit).
• Project Plan:
Provide a brief timeline or steps you will follow to complete the project within the 3-
week timeframe.

3. Expected Outcomes

• Deliverables:
List the expected outcomes or deliverables of your project (e.g., a functional prototype,
a research report, a security analysis).
• Impact:
Describe how your project will contribute to solving the identified problem and its
potential impact on the field of cybersecurity.

4. References

• List any references, tools, or initial sources you plan to use for your research. Use
proper citation formats.