Boston University
MS in Criminal Justice – Cybercrime Investigation and Cybersecurity
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Admission Snapshot
Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and relevant professional or academic experience in law enforcement or IT security.
About This Program
This concentration enables students to develop practical knowledge in digital investigation and legal practices to address various issues related to cybercrime.
Career Outcomes
Thrive as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with coursework includes criminology expertise
- 1. Digital Forensics Analyst
- 2. Cybercrime Investigator
- 3. Cybersecurity Analyst
- 4. Federal Law Enforcement Cyber Specialist
What You'll Learn
- Conduct digital forensic investigations and preserve chain of custody for cyber evidence.
- Analyze cyber threats, malware, and network intrusions for criminal justice applications.
- Apply legal frameworks and ethical standards to cybercrime prosecutions.
- Develop incident response strategies integrating cybersecurity and law enforcement.
Curriculum Highlights
Coursework includes criminology, criminal justice administration, digital forensics, cyberterrorism, and statistical analysis for the social sciences.
Top Employers
Top employers include federal agencies like FBI and DHS, state law enforcement departments, cybersecurity firms such as CrowdStrike and Mandiant, and private sector incident response teams.
Admissions
A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and relevant professional or academic experience in law enforcement or IT security.
Application Materials
- Statement of Purpose: Required
- Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
- Resume: Required
- Transcripts: Official transcripts required
Academic Requirements
- Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
- GRE/GMAT: Optional
- TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
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