Cybersecurity (MS)
Master's degree in Cybersecurity at the University of Oregon aims to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in safeguarding digital information and infrastructure. Students will engage in rigorous coursework and hands-on projects that address current cybersecurity challenges, such as network security, cryptography, and risk management.
The program's focus is to develop professionals who can anticipate, identify, and mitigate cyber threats in diverse organizational contexts. Learning objectives include mastering advanced cybersecurity techniques, understanding legal and regulatory frameworks, and developing strategic problem-solving skills. Graduates will earn a Master of Science (MS) degree in Cybersecurity, preparing them for leadership roles in both the private and public sectors, where their expertise will be crucial in protecting critical digital assets.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Understand Fundamental Security Concepts: Gain essential knowledge and up-to-date techniques in cybersecurity, including fundamental security concepts and principles, applied cryptography, program security, and system and network security.
- Develop Hands-on Skills: Hone hands-on skills through computer and network security lab courses and security operation studies.
- Design and Implement Solutions: Draw on broad knowledge and hands-on skills to design, implement, and test solutions to cybersecurity tasks.
- Interdisciplinary Understanding: Understand the wide-ranging effects and interdisciplinary aspects of cybersecurity while attaining proficiency in one or multiple subdomains within the field.
- Apply Foundational Knowledge: Apply and expand foundational knowledge and skills to new problem domains and emerging technologies.
- Effective Communication: Possess effective communication and collaboration abilities, expressing ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in written form.
- Ethical Decision-Making: Adhere to ethical principles and make well-informed decisions in the field of cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity Major Requirements
Grading related criteria for MS in Cybersecurity will mirror the Computer Science policies for MS in Computer Science.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Depth Courses | ||
| CS 532 | Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| CS 533 | Computer and Network Security | 4 |
| CS 534 | Computer and Network Security II | 4 |
| CS 536 | Secure Software Development | 4 |
| CS 537 | Computer and Network Security Practicum | 4 |
| Breadth Courses | ||
| CS 621 | Algorithms and Complexity | 4 |
| CS 670 | Data Science | 4 |
| CS 630 | Distributed Systems | 4 |
| Writing Course | ||
| CS 640 | Writing in Computer Research | 2 |
| Elective Courses | 20 | |
| Select 5 of the following (20 credits) | ||
| Thesis 1 | ||
| Database Processing | ||
| Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | ||
| Machine Learning | ||
| Internship: [Topic] 2 | ||
| Computer Networks | ||
| Advanced Network Security | ||
| Experimental Course: [Topic] | ||
| Total Credits | 54 | |
- 1
A maximum of 12 credits is allowed.
- 2
A maximum of 4 credits is allowed for CS 604 Internship, and a maximum of 12 credits for CS 604 Internship: Co-op.