Program Overview

College of Arts & Sciences

Cyber Security

The College of Arts & Sciences offers a Master of Science in Cyber Security.

• Degree Type: MS
• The program is designed to help defend computer systems and provides a comprehensive education in cyber security.
• Graduates can pursue careers in computer forensics, information security management, or forensic accounting.

About the Program

The MS in Cyber Security program brings together faculty from the College of Arts and Sciences and the Collat School of Business.

• The core curriculum includes courses and labs in networking, network security, computer security, computer forensics, cyber risk management, and information security management.
• Students can focus on either cyber investigations or IT audit/fraud examinations.
• The program includes an internship to provide real-world experience.

Concentrations

• Cybercrime Investigations
• IT Audit/Fraud Examinations

Delivery Methods

On-Campus

The program delivers most of its content via on-campus, in-person meetings.

Program Director

• Dr. Mahmut Unan

Admissions Requirement

No specific admission requirements are provided in the given context. However, it is mentioned that there are criteria and deadlines for admissions, but the details are not specified.

Research Areas

No specific research areas are mentioned in the provided context, but the program focuses on cyber security, including cybercrime investigations and IT audit/fraud examinations.

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.