Program Overview
The Cyber Security at University of Maryland Baltimore County is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Cyber Security programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 9
- Tuition: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cyber Security programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Law & Policy
- Cybersecurity Project
- Project Management
- Management, Leadership, and Communication
- Financial Management OR ENMG 672: Decision and Risk Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- GRE scores are not required for admission
- Applicants should have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (Students with a GPA less than 3.0 may be admitted to the program provisionally.)
- Official Transcripts
- Goal statement outlining the student\xc3\xaf\xc2\xbf\xc2\xbds goals and expectations in the program
- Recommendation letters (optional) submit to Dr. Rick Forno at richard.forno@umbc.edu.
English Proficiency: IELTS 9 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 9
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Baltimore County directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, United States
University of Maryland Baltimore County is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 3 year(s)