Computer Science, B.S., Concentration in Cybersecurity

The Computer Science and Engineering Department offers an optional major-dependent concentration in Cybersecurity to students interested in broadening their knowledge in this specific area and wishing to include this concentration in their degree. The concentration is only available to any student enrolled in the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. The concentration will be noted on the transcript of the students.

Requirements for the Computer Science, B.S., Concentration in Cybersecurity

To earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Cybersecurity, students must fulfill all the requirements of the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and complete a minimum of 15 credits by selecting courses from the groups listed below. These selected courses also count toward fulfilling the professional electives and flexible electives requirements of the Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. Please refer to the Computer Science degree requirements for details. Completing the concentration requires minimum 128 credits. Students are required to take four courses: both from Group A, one from Group B, and another one from either Group B or Group C.

Group A:

CSI 4460 - Information Security (4)
CSI 4480 - Information Security Practices (4)

Group B:

Group C:

CSI 3660 - System Administration (4)
CSI 3680 - Script Programming (4)
CSI 4470 - Computer Networks (4)
CSI 4660 - Enterprise System Administration (4)

Additional Information:

Students can substitute at most one course from Group B or Group C with at least 3 credits of CSI 4900 (Special Topics), CSI 4995 (Undergraduate Research), or CSI 4996 (Independent Study) provided that the coursework is in the area of Cybersecurity. Approvals of both the instructor and the chair of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering are required for such a substitution.

Students may pursue more than one concentration, but completing multiple concentrations will necessitate more than the standard 128 credits required for the degree. Each concentration must be completed as part of the degree program. At least 8 credits of courses selected from the above groups for the concentration must be non-duplicative with coursework in the student’s minor, another major, or another concentration. Students interested in the concentration should consult an academic adviser for guidance on course selection.