Program Overview
The Cyber Security at California State University San Marcos is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: San Marcos, 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
- Cryptography
- Security in Computer Networks
- Secure Features in Operating Systems
- Development of Secure Software
- Offensive Security & Penetration Testing
- Intrusion Detection and Investigation
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 2.5 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).
- Applicants must meet the general requirements for admission to graduate studies at CSUSM, including an official score report of the General GRE or equivalent. Applicants who have obtained a Master\'s Degree are not required to take the GRE.
- An undergraduate grade point average in all completed upper-division computer science courses and at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA in the last 60 semester units (or last 90 quarter units) attempted.
- Applicants to the program will be subject to standard background checks in accordance with Defense Security Service reporting requirements.
- Applicants must submit a personal statement and two letters of recommendation along with transcripts.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,800 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California State University San Marcos 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 California State University San Marcos
California State University San Marcos
California, US
California State University San Marcos is a public university in San Marcos, California, United States. It was founded in 1989 as the 21st campus in the California State University (CSU) system.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months