Charlotte,
NC,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Cybersecurity in Charlotte United States | University of North Carolina at Charlotte
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Charlotte United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,161
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity program prepares students with cutting-edge expertise in cybersecurity and data protection. Graduates gain qualifications sought by corporations and government agencies needing to safeguard critical information from advanced cyber threats. The curriculum consists of four mandatory foundational courses and six specialized electives. Core classes provide essential cybersecurity and privacy competencies required for all professionals in the field, while electives allow students to expand their expertise in key cybersecurity domains. This combined approach develops targeted skills for specific cybersecurity career paths.
Prospective students must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and demonstrate significant experience in information technology. This background can be established through undergraduate studies in IT-related fields such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Applicants without direct computing degrees may qualify through professional experience, specialized training, or additional coursework like graduate certificates or post-baccalaureate studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission requirements specific to the program include:
Undergraduate or equivalent coursework in (a) data structures, (b) object-oriented programming in C++, C#, or java, (c) databases, (d) computer networks and (e) web application development, all with minimum GPAs of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.Applicants who have substantial work experience in applying or developing computing and information technology may be able to substitute their work experience for the above specific requirements, subject to review by the Graduate Program Director.
Undergraduate GPA or equivalent of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and a Junior/Senior GPA of at least 3.0
Satisfactory score on the aptitude portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). The GRE/GMAT requirement will be waived for applicants who: 1) Have a cumulative undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 and above from a college or university accredited by an accepted accrediting body, 2) Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at UNC Charlotte, and have completed at least 3 courses successfully with a GPA of 3.2 or better, or 3) Have a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in information technology or related fields in the United States.
Statement of purpose
Letters of recommendation
A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required.
Undergraduate or equivalent coursework in (a) data structures, (b) object-oriented programming in C++, C#, or java, (c) databases, (d) computer networks and (e) web application development, all with minimum GPAs of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.Applicants who have substantial work experience in applying or developing computing and information technology may be able to substitute their work experience for the above specific requirements, subject to review by the Graduate Program Director.
Undergraduate GPA or equivalent of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and a Junior/Senior GPA of at least 3.0
Satisfactory score on the aptitude portion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). The GRE/GMAT requirement will be waived for applicants who: 1) Have a cumulative undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 and above from a college or university accredited by an accepted accrediting body, 2) Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at UNC Charlotte, and have completed at least 3 courses successfully with a GPA of 3.2 or better, or 3) Have a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in information technology or related fields in the United States.
Statement of purpose
Letters of recommendation
A minimum score of 83 on the Internet-based TOEFL or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required.
Tuition
USD
27,161