About the course

The Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science is an interdisciplinary in-person or online offering concentrating in the growing field of cybersecurity. Two foundation courses, five to six core courses, and two to three elective courses are required to complete the degree.

　　Students working towards the Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science must be admitted into the Graduate College. Students must have a bachelor?s degree in either a technical discipline or an appropriate discipline related to information technology and management. Students with other bachelor?s degrees and professional experience will also be considered.

　　Students admitted via the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences must take at least 18 credits of their classes from the list of CYCS courses listed below. Students admitted via the Haworth College of Business must take at least 18 credits of their classes from the list CIS/CYIS courses listed below.

　　The Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Computer Science is offered in different instructional delivery modes: asynchronous online and in-person. Students much choose an instructional delivery mode of either online or in-person when applying to the program. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Michigan University

Please prepare a statement which covers the following information and attach it within the online application system

　　Resume or curriculum vitae CV Submit a resume or curriculum vitae CV summarizing your work experience academic background certificates and publications

　　Letters of recommendation Submit three letters of recommendation Please send all email requests for the recommendations from within the online application system

　　Personal statement

　　Summarize your academic or professional experiences in information technology or cybersecurity and indicate how these experiences make you an ideal candidate for the program

　　You are encouraged to note any exceptional accomplishments or projects as well as any professional certifications in this statement Address how you see this degree aligning with your academic or professional goals include your thoughts on how it may aid you in potential professional positions or future educational pursuits

　　This statement should be double spaced 500 to 1000 words and demonstrate your communication skills and writing competence

　　Transcripts An official transcript from the institution from which you received your bachelors degree is required as well as a transcript from the institutions where any additional graduate level courses or degrees have been taken or completed

　　An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work.

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 80 iBT graduate.

　　TOEFL Essential 8 Graduate.

　　International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic - 6.5 graduate.

　　Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE - 54 graduate.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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

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