Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs across various disciplines.

Undergraduate Programs

• General Education
• Business Administration
• Engineering
• English Language & Literature
• Informatics
• Music
• Psychology

Graduate Programs

• Applied Linguistics - ΤΕSOL
• Business Administration
• Conference Interpreting
• Informatics
  • Business Computing and Big Data Analytics
  • Applications and Software Development
  • Computer Networks and Security
• Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Stress & Health Management
• Sales Management
• Translation
• Doctoral Studies

Certificate Programs

• Certificate Programs in Business
• Certificate in Selling Strategies & Practices
• Stress & Health Management
• Drug Manufacturing & Sales
• Mindfulness

Master of Science in Informatics (MSI): Computer Networks and Security

The Computer Networks and Security strand of the MSI offers students advanced knowledge in core Informatics fields such as database management and systems analysis and design, together with a concentration in network engineering and network security. It prepares students to acquire a competitive advantage as highly trained professionals able to design, develop and maintain secure network infrastructures.

Strengths of the MSI Strand in Computer Networks and Security

The program draws upon a set of competitive strengths, such as fully equipped Cisco-based labs for hands-on sessions and courses provided in collaboration with ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association). In fact, the program is listed as one of the two worldwide that are aligned with the ISACA curriculum in Information Security.

• Participate in ongoing faculty-student research projects in areas such as embedded systems and pattern recognition.
• Qualify for one year of work experience towards the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) designation.
• Earn the CISCO CCNA certificate.
• Expand their security knowledge by studying from a range of electives such as Information Security Management, Applied Cryptography and Application Risk Management.

MSI on Computer Networks and Security Career Paths

Alumni of the strand in Computer Networks and Security are equipped with the skills to follow a career path as network engineers, network administrators, information security and network security managers. During their studies they will also have the opportunity to obtain specialized, elite certifications in the field of secure networks design and security management.

Program Structure

To earn a Master of Science in Informatics, students will need to complete a total of 4 core courses and 6 elective courses, plus a thesis project (36 credits in total).

Elective Courses

For the Computer Networks and Security program, the elective courses can be chosen from the following group of courses:

• IT 6276 Information Security Management
• IT 6278 Governance and Compliance
• IT 6279 Applied Cryptography
• IT 6280 Network and Computer Security
• IT 6281 Business and Continuity Management
• IT 6282 Application Risk Management
• IT 6275 Wireless and Mobile Networks

Program Details

Graduates of the Computer Networks and Security strand obtain a concrete basis on a variety of Informatics fields, including databases management and systems’ analysis and design, along with an advanced expertise on networks design and development and networks security management. Moreover, through group projects and hands–on sessions, students enhance teamwork capabilities and management skills.

In the context of the program, students are expected to have generated research products such as papers, theses, and prototype systems, which integrate the knowledge gained throughout their studies.