About the course

The Cybersecurity program has emerged as a degree field due to the high demand for cybersecurity skills in the wake of an increasing number of security incidents. Cybersecurity professionals need a thorough understanding of business processes and modern computer systems. The cybersecurity degree program is based on a strong core of computer information technology, computer science and business information systems augmented by cybersecurity courses. This program meets the Homeland Security requirement. All students will be required to complete a co-curricular applied experience. A major in cybersecurity requires 78- 81 credit hours (depending on placement) of coursework based on a strong core of computer information technology, computer science and business information systems courses supplemented with courses covering cross-cutting topics like ethics, communication and risk management. The primary objective of the program is to educate future cybersecurity professionals who understand the processes and technologies needed to secure the information infrastructure of a modern organization.

　　The classes in this program are offered during daytime and in the evening, and in multiple formats (face-to-face, online, and hybrid). This allows you to customize your schedule in a format that works for you and your life. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Highland Heights
Fall (August), 2024	Highland Heights
Spring (January), 2025	Highland Heights
Fall (August), 2025	Highland Heights
Spring (January), 2026	Highland Heights

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northern Kentucky University

Official or certified copies of transcripts of secondary school coursework in the original language, appropriate certificates of examination (if applicable), AND certified English translations (if applicable). An official transcript from each college or university attended, certified English translations (if applicable), AND a professional course-by-course evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

　　A satisfactory score on the verbal portion of the ACT or SAT taken within the last two years. The minimum scores to be considered for admission are an ACT of 18 or SAT of 430 (through 3/15/16) or 25 (effective 3/16/16).

　　An official and satisfactory score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken within the last two years. The minimum TOEFL scores to be considered for admission are a 500 on the paper-based exam or a 61 on the internet-based (iBT) exam. The minimum IELTS scores to be considered for admission must include a cumulative band of 5.5 and sub-scores in reading and writing of 5.0 or better.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 15 October 2023

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Northern Kentucky University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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