Cybersecurity

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 51.9 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 51.9 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jan 1, 2025
StudyQA ranking:3836 Duration:4 years

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The Bachelor of Professional Studies with a major in cybersecurity program is intended for students with associate’s or non-technical bachelor’s degrees who are looking for entry-level positions and advancement in the field of cybersecurity. The program consists of a core curriculum and two concentrations that focus on protection and defense of computer networks and cyber attacks and cyber threats analysis. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to understand and implement cybersecurity requirements, protect and effectively defend computer networks against malicious activities, and correct computer network vulnerabilities through penetration testing and hacking techniques.

The core curriculum of this bachelor’s degree program includes courses related primarily to specialty areas identified by NICE. The course work in program subject areas culminates in a practicum that  focuses on preparing students to obtain professional certification combined with practical exercises in the computer lab.

Students completing this program will have satisfied GW's university-wide general education requirement, which includes 22 credits in the following areas:

  1. Mathematics or statistics  ( 3 credits)
  2. Natural or physical science with lab ( 4 credits)
  3. Humanities ( 3 credits)
  4. Social and behavioral sciences ( 6 credits)
  5. Written communication or composition ( 6 credits)

In addition, students take a minimum of 60 credits at GW, including 24 credits in foundational courses and 36 credits in subject area courses.

Course List
Code Title Credits
Foundational  
PSCS 2101 Writing and Communication in a Technical Field  
PSCS 2102 Fundamentals of Information Technology and Computing  
PSCS 2103 Ethics in the Age of Technology  
PSCS 4110 Data Communication and Networking Technologies  
PSCS 4120 Introduction to Cybersecurity  
PSCS 4190 Capstone Project  
Protection and Defense of Computer Networks  
PSCS 4101 Introduction to Protection Technologies  
PSCS 4102 Intrusion Detection and Vulnerability Management  
PSCS 4103 Securing Operating Systems  
PSCS 4104 Securing Network Devices  
PSCS 4105 Cyber Defense Techniques Practicum  
Cyber Attacks and Cyber Threats Analysis  
PSCS 4201    
PSCS 4202 Cyber Attack Tools and Techniques  
PSCS 4203 Analysis of the Intelligence Cycle  
PSCS 4204 Computer Network Attack and Exploitation  
PSCS 4205 Practicum: Cyber Attack Techniques
  • High School Transcript, School Report and Mid-Year Grade Report
  • Letters of Recommendation. One counselor and one teacher recommendation should be submitted through forms on the Common Application.
  • Portfolio (for Corcoran Students Only)
  • In addition to the Common Application, you must complete the Writing Supplement. The GW supplemental essay question is a chance to show your personality and share your voice beyond your application. Select one of the essay questions on the Common Application and respond in 250 words or fewer.
  • If English is not your first language, you are required to submit official scores from an English proficiency examination, regardless of citizenship. We recommend that you take the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic prior to submitting your application and make sure that official test scores are sent directly to us. 
  • If you plan to enter the United States on a student (F-1) or exchange visitor (J-1) visa, you are required to submit a Financial Certificate (PDF) and a bank statement. This information is required because international students at GW are not eligible for need-based financial assistance.

Scholarships

All freshman, transfer and international applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships as part of the admissions process and no application is required.

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