Cybersecurity – Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program prepares students to assess security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. The program includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.

Students in this Major

• Develop management skills, communication skills, and other skills in order to meet their challenging career.
• Are taught by qualified faculty in small classes.
• Gain hands-on experience on security and risk management, asset security, security engineering, communication and network security, identity and access management, security assessment and testing, security operations, and software development security
• Are encouraged to pursue Cybersecurity internships during their senior year.

Admission Requirements

• Refer to the table of high school course prerequisites for admission.
• Students must be qualified to enter at least College Algebra (MATH 121) and Composition and the Spoken Word (ENGL 101).
• Computer or technology courses are strongly recommended.
• Transfers into this program must have a 2.0 GPA for admission. Students from other institutions and majors may have to complete certain bridge courses that could extend their graduation date.

Students who do not meet necessary prerequisites may be admitted to the College. However, completing the program may require more than four years.