Overview

Computer Science (Cybersecurity) from Arizona State University this concentration within the MCS program equips students with applied expertise to defend modern computing environments.

Key facts

The program emphasizes practical skills and covers areas such as applied cryptography, network and system security, computer forensics, information assurance and secure software engineering. Students learn to analyze risks, design resilient systems and create innovative methods to protect critical infrastructure. They become skilled in analyzing key theories, algorithms and software modules used in the field of computer science.

The information assurance courseware at Arizona State University is certified to satisfy the standards for Information Systems Security Professionals (NSTISSI 4011) and Senior Systems Managers (CNSSI 4012).

Graduates are prepared for research and development careers in industry and government, and to pursue doctoral study. They have a competitive advantage in securing employment.

Career examples include:

computer network architect
computer system security analyst
computer systems engineer
data scientist or engineer
machine learning, artificial intelligence or computer vision engineer
software developer
software engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Assurance and Security
Applied Cryptography
Software Security
Advanced Computer Network Security
Data Structures and Algorithms
Operating Systems

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-12 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-18 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Tempe, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a closely related area from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

Applicants must submit:

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts
statement of purpose or curriculum vitae
proof of English 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

15000 USD / full

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Out-of-State

15000 USD / full

≈ 15000 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15000 USD / full

≈ 15000 USD / full

Funding

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