Bridge to M.S. in Cybersecurity

The Bridge to M.S. in Cybersecurity program at 麻豆国产AV (麻豆国产AV) is designed for students without a traditional STEM background or those who want to update their technical skills to pursue a Master鈥檚 degree in Cybersecurity. The M.S. in Cybersecurity at 麻豆国产AV is a one-year, 30-credit program, offered on-campus, online, or blended.

The Bridge program is best suited for students who have already completed their undergraduate degree and are interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity, but do not have the technical background. This flexible option helps students from any major build a strong foundation in cybersecurity while making progress toward their graduate degree.

Under the Bridge program, students with a bachelor's degree in any major will take two introductory courses聽and聽one advanced course (9 credits total) that count toward the 30-credit master鈥檚 degree and can be taken聽alongside core or elective courses.

Bridge Program Highlights

  • CYSE 608: Windows Systems for Cybersecurity
  • CYSE 609: Fundamentals of Linux Systems
  • CYSE 602: Advanced Techniques for Cyber Defense

Courses include labs, projects, and practical hands-on activities designed to help you succeed even if you're from a non-technical background.

Courses are offered online and built to meet 麻豆国产AVGlobal Quality-Matter standards for accessibility and ease of use.

Advising is available to help you:

  • Transition into cybersecurity
  • Discover career paths in cybersecurity, cyber risk management, cybercrime, AI security, and more.
  • Improve your economic mobility with higher-paying, in-demand jobs

Why It鈥檚 Useful

  • Smooth entry into a technical master鈥檚 program
  • Build confidence and capability in key cybersecurity systems
  • Directly applicable to real-world cybersecurity roles
  • Aligned with the high job demand in public and private sectors

Contact

Director & Professor, Maritime Research Cluster & Interim GPD, Cybersecurity