Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity
Mission
The mission of the Master of Science in Cybersecurity online program is to equip students with the skills to assess the security requirements of information and network systems and manage the implementation and maintenance of the recommended security solutions.
Program Educational Objectives
Graduates of the MS in Cybersecurity Program shall:
- Demonstrate advanced understanding and proficiency in cybersecurity, essential for recognizing, analyzing, and handling a wide range of security incidents and safeguarding computer systems and networks.
- Incorporate technical leadership and interdisciplinary communication skills into the professional practice of Cybersecurity, while considering ethical and societal responsibilities.
- Engage in continuous learning and professional development activities to stay abreast of the latest advancements in cybersecurity and the computing field.
Student Outcomes
By the time of graduation, students in the MS in Cybersecurity program will have the ability to:
- Evaluate the security and privacy implications of emerging technologies to detect vulnerabilities and develop solutions;
- Devise operational and strategic cybersecurity strategies and policies to assist organizations in addressing and preventing threats;
- Develop proficiency in utilizing cybersecurity, information assurance, and cyber/computer forensics software and tools effectively;
- Apply artificial intelligence and data mining techniques to identify, extract, and leverage intelligence from different types of cyber threat actors;
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles;
- Function effectively as a member and leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
Admission Requirements
| Online Application Form | Apply Now (deadline: January 10, 2025 - start date: January 20, 2025) |
| Degree | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. |
| Minimum GPA | 2.5 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale. |
| Transcripts | Official copies of all undergraduate and graduate college transcripts. |
| Work Experience | Recommended, but not required. Computing experience is not necessary. |
| Other Requirements | CV or resume. |
| Start Dates | January, March, June, September and October. |
| English Language Proficiency | Applicants from programs where English is not the language of instruction must submit proof of proficiency by passing either IELTS, TOEFL iBT, or Duolingo English Test with the minimum scores respectively of 6.5, 80, and 115. |
Curriculum
A total of 30 credits are required as follows:
- Core Requirements (9 credits)
- Elective Courses (21 credits)
Core Requirements (9 credits)
- CYS616 Cryptography and Data Security (3 cr.)
- CYS636 Networks Security (3 cr.)
- CYS698 Cybersecurity Project (3 cr.)
Elective Courses (21 credits)
- CSC611 Design and Analysis of Algorithms (3 cr.)
- CSC619 Fundamentals of Database Systems (3 cr.)
- CSC630 Blockchain Systems (3 cr.)
- CYS610 Cybersecurity Data Analytics (2 cr.)
- CYS611 Cybersecurity Law and Policy (1 cr.)
- CYS612 AI for Cybersecurity (2 cr.)
- CYS613 Networks Programming (1 cr.)
- CYS621 Information Security (3 cr.)
- CYS622 Cloud Security (3 cr.)
- CYS623 Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Analysis (3 cr.)
- CYS631 Mobile and Wireless Security (3 cr.)
- CYS632 Secure Software Development (3 cr.)
- DSC610 Fundamentals of Data Science (3 cr.)
- DSC611 Applied Machine Learning (3 cr.)