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Cybersecurity, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
, NE,
Cybersecurity professionals who can develop solutions for protecting infrastructure and cyber technologies are in high demand. The Cybersecurity program at Bellevue University provides active learning of information assurance techniques, network security technologies, and computer forensics based on real-world scenarios.

About

Faculty with real experience prepares you with the knowledge and skill to recommend solutions that safeguard an organization’s information technology systems. 

The curriculum is designed to expand your expertise in protection and risk management techniques and graduates with this advanced degree in cybersecurity will open up wide opportunities in both public and private sector careers.

The Cybersecurity program at Bellevue University prepares you to:

  • Prevent network attacks by applying digital protection techniques across systems and platforms
  • Detect and mitigate cyber attacks with the use of tools and countermeasures
  • Manage information security risk and identify system vulnerabilities
  • Develop a business continuity plan in the event of a security incident/cyber attack
  • Implement digital forensics investigative techniques

Program Outcomes

Bellevue University’s Master of Science in Cybersecurity will enable you to:

  • Develop, evaluate, and communicate information and physical security policies, standards, and guidelines.
  • Assess and apply information technology governance, risk management, and compliance procedures.
  • Recommend control strategies to mitigate identified risks to information technology assets and manage responses to security incidents.

Programme Structure

Courses include: 

  • Computer Forensics
  • Information Security Management
  • Physical, Operations, and Personnel Security
  • Security Architecture and Design
  • Human Aspects of Cybersecurity
  • Ethical Hacking and Response

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    36 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    Blended

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    71

    The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.

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  • Minimum required score:

    530

    The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks. Read more about TOEFL®PBT.

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Admission requirements:
  • Completed Application Form
  • Application Fee (non-refundable)
  • An official evaluation of foreign credentials
  • Verification of funds to show sufficient funds to study in the United States

Tuition Fee

  • International

    585 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 585 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    585 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 585 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.

Living costs for Bellevue

  • 1018 - 1570 USD/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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