Hamden,
CO,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Cybersecurity in Hamden United States | Quinnipiac University
Quinnipiac University
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Hamden United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,353
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Cyberattack methods have become remarkably advanced in recent times, exposing financial institutions, legal practices, medical providers, and businesses of all types to potential breaches. Quinnipiac's campus-based MS in Cybersecurity offers a specialized technical curriculum tailored for students with either academic computer science backgrounds or professional experience who seek to develop the expertise required to combat these risks and protect corporate, financial, and private information. Foundational courses are available as needed to strengthen technical competencies.
This 30-credit degree program delves into the technical dimensions of crucial cybersecurity domains such as threat assessment, protective technologies, information security, application safeguards, identity verification, and cloud protection. Students will progressively acquire practical knowledge and technical proficiencies essential for designing, securing, and managing robust digital defense systems. The coursework directly corresponds with the critical learning objectives outlined by the NSA and Department of Homeland Security to enhance national cybersecurity preparedness.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To qualify for admission into the on-campus MS in Cybersecurity program, a student must have completed a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and meet one of the following criteria:
Have an undergraduate degree in computer engineering, software engineering or computer science OR
Have an undergraduate degree in another area with applicable coursework or certificates in network technology, database management and programming OR
Have at least 2 years of applicable work experience or military service including experience with network technology, database management technology and programming OR
Receive approval of the program director
If interested candidates do not have the above technical training, but have a passion for cybersecurity and motivation to learn, we will provide you with short course recommendations to get you prepared for our program. These short courses will include:
Programming with Python
Introduction to Computer Networks
Understanding Database Management Systems
Introduction to Linux and the Command Line
Official copy of your English Proficiency Test Report:
TOEFL: Minimum Score of 90
IELTS: Minimum Score of 6.5
DUOLINGO Minimum Score of 110
PTE Minimum Score of 57
Have an undergraduate degree in computer engineering, software engineering or computer science OR
Have an undergraduate degree in another area with applicable coursework or certificates in network technology, database management and programming OR
Have at least 2 years of applicable work experience or military service including experience with network technology, database management technology and programming OR
Receive approval of the program director
If interested candidates do not have the above technical training, but have a passion for cybersecurity and motivation to learn, we will provide you with short course recommendations to get you prepared for our program. These short courses will include:
Programming with Python
Introduction to Computer Networks
Understanding Database Management Systems
Introduction to Linux and the Command Line
Official copy of your English Proficiency Test Report:
TOEFL: Minimum Score of 90
IELTS: Minimum Score of 6.5
DUOLINGO Minimum Score of 110
PTE Minimum Score of 57
Tuition
USD
21,353