Master of Information Security and Privacy

About this programme

Cybersecurity threats are the critical issue facing our digital infrastructure, and the projected shortage of professionals equipped to tackle the increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks leaves all industries and sectors vulnerable. The MISP program will prepare the next generation of students and working professionals to defend our software and network systems against known and future threats; in addition to state-of-the-art technical expertise, students in the MISP will have the opportunity to gain professional experience through the internship option as part of this degree. This program integrates the most recent research and best practices in information security, while being flexible in its approach to ensure that students’ learning can quickly adapt to rapid technological advancements. Students will be able to apply the theories they learn to practice, and solve problems and challenges faced by industry and society as technology continues to advance. Complete 8 courses (24 credits total) in 2 of the 3 Certificate program options: And an internship or capstone project (equivalent to 6 credits), for 30 credits total. Students who successfully complete two of the Graduate Certificates: the Graduate Certificate in Software Security , the Graduate Certificate in Data Privacy or the Graduate Certificate in Network Security will be eligible to apply for admission to the Master of Information Security and Privacy, Laddered Pathway, and, if admitted, will receive laddering credit for the 24 units (12 units for each of the two Certificates) of coursework completed.