Master of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering
Prepare to become a cybersecurity professional in a graduate program that combines advanced studies in computer science techniques with cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies and practices.
- 46-49 credit curriculum
- Part- or full-time enrollment
- Evening classes designed for working professionals
- Research opportunities with faculty
Graduates are prepared for the modern security workforce; ready to protect and defend cyber systems with hands-on experience in ethical penetration testing, wireless security, network security, cryptography, risk management and security of emerging technologies. Students will pair practical skills with theoretical research in a culminating project or thesis.
Scholarships Available for Autumn 2022
Apply to the Cybersecurity Engineering master’s program by the autumn 2022 deadline to be automatically considered for one of three available scholarships that cover 15 credits of tuition for the first three quarters.
Interested in switching your career to cybersecurity engineering?
Build upon your knowledge from introductory programming classes or refresh your skills to prepare to go into the Master of Science in Cybersecurity Engineering. Take six graduate-level courses in nine months to develop a computer science foundation in data structures & object-oriented programming, software development processes, software modeling techniques, systems programming, and software testing & quality.
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Application Deadline
We are no longer accepting applications for autumn 2022.
Autumn 2023
April 3 (International)
May 1 (Domestic)
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In this video, hear from our faculty and alumni about the cybersecurity engineering field, our curriculum and faculty research and how the MSCSE program can shape your future career.
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425.352.5490
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Office Location
Commons Hall (UW2)-134
School of STEM Office of Graduate Studies
Box 358561
17927 113th Ave NE
Bothell, WA 98011
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