• The Master of Science(M.Sc) in Cybersecurity at Northeastern University is a 2-years program.
  • The program is on a full-time or part-time basis.
  • Students will build and strengthen their technical skills and add to their understanding of the context in which cybersecurity technology is applied.
  • Some of the main courses students go through in this program are:
    •  Applied Cryptography
    • Computer System Security
    • Software Security Practices
    • Network Security
    • Information System Forensics
    • Web Development
  • The MSc in Cybersecurity program is designed for working professionals and others who want knowledge they can apply in their workplaces to assess and manage information security risks effectively. 
  • Students earn real-world experience through the capstone project, or through numerous co-op opportunities.
  • Students plan and implement security strategies to reduce risk and enhance the protection of information assets and systems.
  • Students have found career success at a range of companies and government organizations, including:
    • Cigital
    • EMC Corporation
    • IBM
    • Microsoft
    • MITRE Corporation
    • U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force
    • U.S. Department of Justice
    • U.S. National Security Agency
  • The Graduation rate of Northeastern University is 84%.
  • The student-faculty ratio of this college is 14:1.
  • The acceptance rate of Northeastern University is 19%.