Privacy and Cybersecurity Law York University

Overview

The Privacy and Cybersecurity Law programme at York University offers an advanced academic exploration into the complex legal frameworks governing data protection and digital security. This graduate-level specialisation is specifically tailored for legal professionals and senior executives who manage data compliance, technology licensing, or consumer rights. Students engage with a curriculum that balances theoretical perspectives with practical applications to address the evolving challenges of the digital revolution.

Why Privacy and Cybersecurity Law at York University?

Studying at York University provides access to the expertise of Osgoode Professional Development, a leader in legal education. The programme features instruction from a distinguished faculty of industry thought leaders, including senior practitioners, regulators, and academic scholars. Students benefit from a flexible learning environment designed for professionals, offering a mix of intensive weekend sessions and weekly evening classes. The curriculum is deeply interdisciplinary, examining the behaviour of courts, legislatures, and businesses in response to new institutional practices and global surveillance trends.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 3138 per semester
• National fee: CAD 7981 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 36 credits, including a research component. Modules may include:

• Internet Censorship and Global Surveillance
• Privacy and Data Security from a Legal, Business and Technological Perspective
• Privacy Law in Canada
• Laws Governing Data Use and Data Disclosure
• Law of Confidential Information
• Crime in the Digital Age
• Cyberwar and its Regulation
• International Data Protection and Cybersecurity Law

Careers with Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to advance their careers in specialised legal practice or senior corporate roles. Alumni have successfully transitioned into positions such as privacy research lawyers for compliance software firms and Chief Risk and Compliance Officers for major financial groups. The programme supports career progression in sectors requiring deep expertise in data protection compliance, privacy regulation, and the management of algorithmic risks. Students also have access to dedicated career support services, including job postings, professional networking events, and tailored counselling to help navigate the evolving legal landscape.