Overview

This Cybersecurity degree program at ECPI University is primarily based on the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security program requirements for designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense.

The curriculum builds on a foundation of communication and problem solving, theoretical and applied understanding of advanced technical concepts and policies, as well as technical hardware and software components used throughout information systems.

Your understanding and practical knowledge of network security will be enhanced with research opportunities providing a particular emphasis on technologies, techniques, and operations related to specialized Cybersecurity (e.g., collection, exploitation, and response). These technologies, techniques, and operations are critical to business, intelligence, government, manufacturing, and law enforcement in order to effectively monitor, defend, and minimize the attack surface of information system networks.

Career

Possible job titles for an M.S. Cyber Security graduate include:

Cyber Security Analyst
Penetration Tester
Data Center or Network Security Administrator
Information Systems Security Engineer
Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Analysis Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cybersecurity Principles

Human and Ethical Aspects of Cybersecurity

Cloud Security

Security Architecture & Design

Network Security and Intrusion Detection

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

ECPI University receives admissions applications throughout the year, and classes begin every five weeks.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Virginia Beach, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete a Personal Interview.
Complete a Graduate Application for Admission and Enrollment Agreement.
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or Information Systems/Assurance or related field. The degree must be from an accredited academic institution recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), if earned in the US.
Applicants who do not have previous undergraduate coursework in computer science or information systems/assurance may be required to complete one or more undergraduate courses.
Undergraduate Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) for institutions that calculate CGPA. For applicants who have an undergraduate CGPA of less than 2.5, the applicant may be asked to submit GMAT or GRE test scores for review.
English Language Proficiency.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

12960 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12960 USD / year

≈ 12960 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12960 USD / year

≈ 12960 USD / year

Living costs

Virginia Beach

United States

980 - 1600 USD / month

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

Funding

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