Program Overview
The Information Assurance at University of Colorado Colorado Springs is a MEng 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 Information Assurance 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 17,988 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,692 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Colorado Springs, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Assurance 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
- Computer Architecture
- Computer Communication
- Operating Systems
- Fundamentals of Computer/Network Security
- Applied Cryptography for Secure Communications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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).
- A Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics, computer science, engineering information systems, or equivalent.
- An overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0; awarded within the past five years) or minimum 148 GRE (new grading scale), quantitative portion.
- It is recommended the applicant have two years experience with commercial, industrial or government software development or system/network administration.
- A completed online application including a concise statement of experience and career goals.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,988 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,692 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,988 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,692 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Colorado Springs
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, United States
TheUniversity of Colorado Colorado Springs(UCCS) is apublicresearch universityinColorado Springs, Colorado, United States.It is one of four campuses that make up theUniversity of Coloradosystem....
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
