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The Master of Science in Information Security (MS INFS) program is a terminal degree program that provides specialized advanced technical training in computer and information security. The program offers background and insight into general knowledge issues and a concentration in a depth area of information security. The program addresses issues surrounding the impact of information security on our lives, private citizens' concern for privacy, information security risks to business and government, and the impact of laws and public policy. It is a technically rigorous program operated by the School of Computer Science suitable for students able to perform at a graduate level in Computer Sciences.
The Master of Science in Information Security program requires a total of 32 credit hours. Each student is required to take a set of core courses, elective courses from one depth concentration, and a free elective from any concentration.
The core is composed of six courses and the concentrations are three focused courses tailored to each student's interests. Students who successfully complete the degree will have their concentration listed on their official transcript.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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| Core Courses | ||
| CS 6035 | Intro To Info Security | 3 |
| CS 6238 | Secure Computer Systems | 3 |
| CS 6260 | Applied Cryptography | 3 |
| CS 6262 | Network Security | 3 |
| CS 6265 | Information Security Lab | 3 |
| CS 6266 | Info Security Practicum | 5 |
| Concentation Course | ||
| Select 9 credit hours from one of the following areas: | 9 | |
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Systems |
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Policy |
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Users and Usability |
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| Elective Course | ||
| Select 3 credit hours. 1 | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | |
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Take one course from any of the concentration areas, or take 3 credit hours of CS 8903. Use of CS 8903 to satisfy the elective requirement requires prior approval of the MSINFS Program Coordinator to ensure that it is a security-related study. |
Concentration Courses
Systems
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 6210 | Adv Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS 6250 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CS 6255 | Network Management | 3 |
| CS 6300 | Software Dev Process | 3 |
| CS 6310 | Software Arch & Design | 3 |
| CS 6340 | Software Analysis & Test | 3 |
| CS 6365 | Intro Enterprise Comput. | 3 |
| CS 6390 | Programming Languages | 3 |
| CS 6400 | DB Sys Concepts& Design | 3 |
| CS 6675 | Advance Internet Comput | 3 |
| CS 7210 | Distributed Computing | 3 |
| CS 7230 | Software Dsgn,Impl& Eval | 3 |
| CS 7260 | Internet Arch& Protocols | 3 |
| CS 7270 | Networked Apps&Services | 3 |
| CS 7292 | Reliable Secure Comparch | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (CNS Cellular and Mobile Network Security) | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (IMS Mobile Applications and Services with IMS) | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (MAL Mobile Applications and Services) | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (Software Security) | 3 |
| ECE 6612 | Comp Network Security | 3 |
Policy
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 6150 | Computing For Good | 3 |
| CS 6725 | Info Security Policies | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (Computing, Communications, and International Development) | 3 |
| CS 8803 | Special Topics (Cellular and Mobile Network Security) | 3 |
| ECON 6150 | Cost Benefit Analysis | 3 |
| MGT 6123 | Information Tech Mgt | 2 |
| PUBP 6501 | Information Policy & Mgt | 3 |
| INTA 8803 | Special Topics | 3 |
| CIS 8080 | 3 | |
| CIS 8630 | 3 |
Users and Usability
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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| CS 6455 | User Interface Dsgn&Eval | 3 |
| CS 6456 | Principles-UI Software | 3 |
| CS 6470 | Online Communities | 3 |
| CS 6750 | Human-Computer Interact | 3 |
| CS 7460 | Collaborative Computing | 3 |
| CS 7470 | Ubiquitous Computing | 3 |
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Take one course from any of the concentration areas, or take 3 credit hours of CS 8903. Use of CS 8903 to satisfy the elective requirement requires prior approval of the MSINFS Program Coordinator to ensure that it is a security-related study. |
Requirements
- Evidence of award of a bachelor's degree, its equivalent, or higher degree (prior to matriculation) from a regionally accredited institution; demonstrated academic excellence; and evidence of experience with the selected field of graduate study.
- For international applicants, satisfactory scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). 600 (paper based), or 100 (Internet based).
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended in your native language. Note that transcripts printed from your student account and degree audits or self-translated transcripts and transcripts from evaluation services (e.g., World Education Services or Josef Silny) aren't acceptable.
- English translations of any transcripts submitted for review. If the institution won't provide a translated copy, translations done by a public translator (through your embassy or an apostille) will be accepted.
- Native language degree documents, if awarded degree isn't noted on transcript(s).
- English translations of degree documents submitted. If the institution won't provide a translated copy, translations done by a public translator (through your embassy or an apostille) will be accepted.
- Official GRE/GMAT/TOEFL scores sent directly from ETS.
Recommended
- Unofficial copy of GRE/GMAT/TOEFL score sheets.
- Resume or curriculum vitae.
Scholarships
- Graduate Teaching Assistantships
- President’s Fellowships ($5,500 per year)
- Institute Fellowships
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