Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program is designed to provide students with an opportunity to study cybersecurity related knowledge, techniques, and skills comprehensively and pursue a professional career in cybersecurity. The program seeks to address the gap between the graduates of cybersecurity and the job market.

Students in this program will gain detailed understanding and hands-on skills regarding the tools and protocols needed to manage cybersecurity infrastructure, risks, and vulnerabilities in real-world situations. The program curriculum totaling 120 credits includes 42 hours of IMPACTS core, and cybersecurity specific courses covering ethical hacking, network security, security testing, cryptography, computer forensics, data security and analysis, risk management and ethics in cybersecurity. This compilation of courses coupled with general education courses provides the critical thinking, and analytical and technical skills to execute security measures to protect an organization from the growing threats of infiltrations and cyberattacks.

The BS Cybersecurity graduates will be able to:

1) explain knowledge of the fundamental concepts of information technology systems,

2) identify, analyze, formulate, and solve cybersecurity problems with appropriate measures by applying current knowledge, skills, and tools,

3) apply concepts of best practices in cybersecurity to produce ethical and professional solutions to address societal needs, and

4) collaborate in teams and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Program Requirements

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