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Applied Cybersecurity ,Certificate

Applied Cybersecurity, Certificate

Academic programs / Undergraduate degrees / Applied Cybersecurity

Computer, Cyber Crime, Cyber Forensics, Cyberwar, Data Breach, Information Security, Networks, Prevention, computing, malware

Help protect the digital world by building practical cybersecurity skills. You'll learn how to detect vulnerabilities, stop cyberattacks and safeguard systems from hackers while preparing for an in-demand career keeping data and communities safe.

Program description

In the applied cybersecurity certificate program, you develop the skills needed to protect data systems and organizations in today's digital world, including security operations, risk assessment, network defense and regulatory compliance. You learn how to identify cyber threats and develop strategies to prevent or respond to them. The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, combining technology, business and social science perspectives to prepare you for the complexity of modern security challenges.

This program is a collaboration between the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and the W. P. Carey School of Business, giving you access to a wide variety of faculty and resources.

At a glance
  • Second language requirement: No
  • STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Curriculum
Concurrent program options
Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Admission requirements

General university admission requirements:

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission

Additional requirements:

To enroll in this certificate program, students should have completed at least 45 credit hours in their declared major and have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher.

Students should note the prerequisite courses for required certificate courses and complete them before enrolling in the certificate program.

The prerequisites for CSE 365 Information Assurance are ACO 240, CIS 235, CIS 236, CSE 220 or CSE 240 with C or higher; CSE 230 with C or higher; and pre- or corequisites ACO 201, CSE 310, SER 222 or TGM 410.
The prerequisites for ACO 240 Introduction to Programming Languages are ACO 102 or CSE 205, or geographic information science major status with GIS 222, or software engineering graduate student status.
The prerequisites for CIS 235 Introduction to Information Systems, Analytics and AI in Business are CIS 105; MAT 210, 211, 270, or 271 or applied business and technology solutions BA major status; ECN 221 or 231 or data science BS major status; and CSE 205
The prerequisite for CSE 220 Programming for Computer Engineering is CSE 205.
The prerequisites for CSE 240 Introduction to Programming Languages are ACO 102 or CSE 205, or GIS major status with GIS 222, or software engineering graduate student status.
The prerequisites for IFT 202 Foundations of Information and Computer System Security are IFT 101, IFT 103 and IFT 166.

A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before an undergraduate degree is completed. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.

Tuition information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Transfer options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.

Career opportunities

This program is an ideal supplement for students interested in careers in cybersecurity in the private sector or within government agencies, such as the FBI, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Defense. Graduates have a solid background to pursue these careers:

  • chief information security officer
  • cyber risk analyst
  • information security engineer
  • network security engineer
  • security operations center analyst
Contact information

Program term definitions

Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.

Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.

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