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Bachelor's in Cybersecurity
Online

University of Massachusetts Global

University of Massachusetts Global

  • Irvine
About This Program

This degree program prepares students to work on the front lines of protecting vital networks and organizational information assets.

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What You'll Learn

Students learn about risk management, network defense, digital forensics, and the development of security policies and procedures.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The coursework covers security policies, incident response, data communications, operating systems, and a final security capstone project.
Typical Course Topics
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 2. Network Security 3. Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cryptography 6. Incident Response & Disaster Recovery
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0 is required; SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: High School Diploma
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Optional
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: Optional
β€’ Resume: Optional
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Enter Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with digital forensics focus

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Analyst: $95,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
32.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Incident Response Specialist 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 4 Year
Tuition
  • 64,800
Format
Online
Specializations