Cybersecurity Engineering (M.S.)
https://manchester.unh.edu/program/ms/cybersecurity-engineering
This program is offered in Manchester.
Cybersecurity touches nearly every facet of an organization. From marketing to legal to finance, employees across the industry are more aware of the flow of data and the measures needed to keep it secure. Technical systems need technical solutions—which is why the University of New Hampshire has launched a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering.
Designed for working professionals and those with a strong interest in cybersecurity, the program combines in-class and online learning on how to develop, engineer and operate secure information systems. You will learn the theoretical underpinnings of information security and have opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios and authentic project experiences.
With a greater emphasis on the collection and storage of big data, information security and cloud computing, the demand for cybersecurity engineers has never been higher. The M.S. in Cybersecurity Engineering gives you the technical skills and experience to meet that demand, preparing you to secure information, communications, networks and control systems for any organization.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cybersecurity Engineering program are able to identify, analyze and respond to the complex information security threats that are increasingly common in today's digital landscape. You'll learn skills in core and advanced information security, preparing you to develop, integrate and evaluate secure IT systems and services for any organization.
The M.S. in Cybersecurity Engineering program has two options for completion.
- Professional Option: 27 credits of coursework and 6 credits of Culminating Experience with Master’s Project, Team Project and/or Internship Experience (total of 33 credits).
- Thesis Option: 24 credits of coursework and 6 credits of Culminating Experience with Master's Thesis (total of 30 credits).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| COMP 801 | Integrated Computing Practice | 3 |
| COMP 815 | Information Security | 3 |
| COMP 835 | Secure Networking Technologies | 3 |
| COMP 840 | Machine Learning Applications and Tools | 3 |
| or COMP 841 | Practical Artificial Intelligence | |
| COMP 865 | Secure Software Principles | 3 |
| COMP 885 | Applied Cryptography | 3 |
| Policy Course | ||
| Select one policy course from the following: | 3 | |
| Foundations of Cybersecurity Policy | ||
| Security Measures I | ||
| Security Measures II | ||
| Cybersecurity Risk Management | ||
| Cybersecurity Metrics and Evaluation | ||
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-6 | |
Professional Option - Elective Coursework (6 credits) | ||
Thesis Option - Elective Coursework (3 credits) | ||
| Culminating Experience | ||
| Select one of the following: | 6 | |
| Professional Option (6 credits) | ||
Select two courses from the following: | ||
| Internship Practice | ||
| Team Project | ||
| Master's Project | ||
| Thesis Option (6 credits) | ||
| Master's Thesis | ||
| Total Credits | 30-33 | |
Accelerated Master's Overview
Accelerated Master’s programs offer qualified University of New Hampshire undergraduate students the opportunity to begin graduate coursework in select graduate programs while completing a bachelor’s degree. Accelerated master's programs are designed to provide students with an efficient and cost-effective pathway to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree or graduate certificate, enhancing career opportunities and long-term earning potential.
Accelerated Master's Highlights
- Begin studying advanced topics while an undergraduate student with the opportunity to complete a master’s degree or graduate certificate early.
- Master’s degree program students: Earn up to 12* graduate (800-level) course credits while completing a bachelor’s degree. This coursework will count as dual-credit toward both the bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
- Graduate certificate program students: Earn up to 8* graduate (800-level) course credits while completing a bachelor’s degree. This coursework will count as dual-credit toward both the bachelor’s degree and the graduate certificate.
- Students complete the bachelor’s degree, and then officially matriculate into the master’s or graduate certificate program to complete the remaining required graduate-level coursework.
*Some exceptions apply.
Accelerated Master's Admission Requirements
- A minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA is required.*
- A minimum of 90 undergraduate credits must be completed prior to enrolling in graduate (800-level) courses.
- Streamlined Graduate School Application (two letters of recommendation; most standardized tests and application fee are waived).*
*Some exceptions apply.
Accelerated Master's Requirements
- Students must attend a mandatory orientation session.
- Students must submit a special registration form each semester for dual-credit courses and note any DegreeWorks exceptions.
- Students may defer graduate matriculation for up to one year after earning their bachelor’s degree in most programs.
- See the Accelerated Master’s Catalog Policy and Accelerated Master’s Website for additional information and a list of programs. Note that some programs have additional requirements (e.g. higher-grade expectations) compared to the general policy.
Cybersecurity Engineering (M.S.) Accelerated Option
This graduate degree program is approved to be taken on an accelerated basis in articulation with the following undergraduate program(s):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Information Systems (B.S.) | ||
| Computer Science (B.A.) | ||
| Students select from the following approved 800-level courses that can be completed in the undergraduate senior year for dual credit: | ||
| Any 800-level course in Computing (COMP), Computer Science (CS), Analytics (DATA), Business Administration (ADMN) | ||
- Analyze complex computing problems and identify solutions by applying principles of computing.
- Design, implement, and evaluate computing solutions that meet computing requirements with focus on security aspects.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in IT activities.
- Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.