Program Overview
The Cyber Security at Johns Hopkins University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 60 months, delivered Hybrid. 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: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 50,410 (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
- Quantum Computation
- Computer Forensics
- Intrusion Detection
- Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Cryptology
- Information Assurance Analysis
- Digital Forensics Technologies and Techniques
- Reverse Engineering and Vulnerability Analysis
- Advanced Topics in Cryptography
- Principles of Data Communications Networks
- Computer Network Architectures and Protocols
- Network Programming
- Protocol Design and Simulation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Your prior education must include (1) one year of calculus; (2) one mathematics course beyond calculus (e.g., discrete mathematics, linear algebra, or differential equations); (3) a programming course using Java or C++; (4) a course in data structures; and (5) a course in computer organization. (Undergraduate courses are offered to satisfy the computer science and mathematics beyond calculus requirements.)
- For applicants pursuing one of the three tracks, there are additional requirements: Applicants should have had a course in networking prior to taking courses in the Networks track, a course in operating systems prior to taking courses in the Systems track, and a course in both before taking courses in the Analysis track.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 50,410 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 50,410 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Johns Hopkins University 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 Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States
Johns Hopkins University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-04
- Language English
- Duration 60 months