Cybersecurity Master's Degree Program

CURRICULUM

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Cybersecurity
Master's
Curriculum

Students will take courses as outlined below, totaling 30 credits for the Master’s Degree:

Four Core Courses (12 credits)
Minimum Two Cybersecurity Electives (6-15 credits)
Up to Three Complementary Electives (0-9 credits)
Capstone Design Project (3 credits)

Courses

Computer Communications Networks
Computer Security
Network Security
Operating Systems

Cybersecurity Electives

Advanced Secure Internet of Things Design Lab
Codes, Cryptography, & Secure Communication
Cryptographic Protocols
Hardware Security
Introduction to Cryptocurrencies, & Blockchain Technologies
Modern Cryptography
Secure Internet of Things Design Lab
Security Policy and Regulations
Web Security

Capstone Design Projects

Students will work with faculty/industry mentors to create their own Capstone Design projects focused on one or more sub-fields within cybersecurity.

Timeline

Full-time students can complete the master’s program in three semesters.

Semester 1

Core Course 1
Core Course 2
Cybersecurity Elective Course 1

Semester 2

Core Course 3
Core Course 4
Cybersecurity Elective Course 2
Cybersecurity or Complementary Elective Course

Semester 3

Cybersecurity Elective Course 3
Cybersecurity or Complementary Elective Course
Capstone Design Project

Tuition

Current tuition rates can be found on the City College Bursar's website