Bachelor of Science in Cyber & Data Security Technology

    Bachelor of Science in Cyber & Data Security Technology

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 36,620 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 22, 2022
    Bachelor of Science in Cyber & Data Security Technology

    About

    A cyber & data security technology bachelor's degree can provide a career working against threats of cybercrime, data breaches, and identity theft – challenges that have become all too common in modern society. Lead the charge to repel these threats when you earn your Bachelor of Science in Cyber & Data Security Technology from the Forbes School of Business and Technology® at the University of Arizona Global Campus. With this degree, you will learn cyber & data security technology and gain the opportunity to become a data security partner for businesses of all sizes. Learn how to harness technology to prevent 21st century crime with our online cyber & data security classes.

    Your core coursework in the cyber & data security technology bachelorâs degree focuses on fundamental knowledge of the technology associated with computing, software, and information technology, as well as relevant business topics such as project management and technical writing. Your major course requirements will develop your cyber and data security skills to protect systems, web apps, social networking sites, and more. Introductory Courses To help students acclimate to the online classroom, you may be required to complete Introductory Course requirements. Learn more about Introductory Courses. Major Course Requirements (57 credits, all courses are 3 credits.) Computer Technology Computer Software Technology Cyber & Data Security Technology Economics English Information Technology Mathematics Technology Management
    Your online cyber & data security technology degree was built on the principles of domestic and international information security. The program is aimed at helping you secure and protect the digital assets of both public and private organizations from security threats. You will gain a firm understanding of the fundamentals of information assurance and the supporting principles of information security. This cyber & data security undergraduate degree will teach you how to become a cyber & data security technology professional who can support both government and industry, to protect the information systems of the organization. When you graduate from this program, youâll be able to: Employ knowledge of Penetration testing while ensuring a strict professional, ethical, and social responsibility related to cyber and data security technology professions Discuss appropriate mobile and web application security tools used in the world of information security as they apply to the seven domains of the typical information technology infrastructure Develop a risk management plan based upon the classification of the seven domains of the typical information technology infrastructure Apply the process of securing databases, hardening security for users, hardware, and software while constructing appropriate countermeasures to ensure data integrity; Construct security counter measures using ethical hacking tools for hardware, software, wired, and wireless technology Evaluate local and global impact of attacks through information gathering such as enumeration, vulnerability scanning, and network reconnaissance, exploitation on individuals, organizations, and society Prepare appropriate solutions for business continuity to minimize the impact of a disruption or disaster to lessen the impact by utilizing security management support protocols, best practices, and necessary security tools

    Disciplines

    Forbes School of Business and Technology

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must meet the following requirements in order to be provisionally admitted to a bachelor's degree program at the University of Arizona Global Campus:

    • Attain a cumulative grade of C- or better by Day 6 of Week 3 in the course; 
    • Attend week 4 of the first course; and
    • Submit proof of graduation from high school in one of the following forms:
      • Official or unofficial copy of high school transcripts or diploma indicating graduation;
      • Official or unofficial documentation of passing the GED or state certificate awarded;
      • High school name and graduation date listed on an official transcript from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution, as defined by the University of Arizona Global Campus transfer credit policies; or
      • Proof of at least a two-year program or a minimum of 60 transferrable credits that are acceptable for full credit toward a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution, as defined by the University of Arizona Global Campus transfer credit policies.

    Transfer students who successfully completed a two-year program that is acceptable for full credit toward a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution, as per the University of Arizona Global Campus admission policy, are exempt from the requirement to provide proof of high school graduation, but must submit official transcripts of the two-year program.

    Attendance in week 4 constitutes your confirmation of your intention to continue in the program as a regular student. Please refer to the University of Arizona Global Campus Promise in the Academic Catalog for additional information.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 61

    English Program Requirements

    The following requirements must be met prior to the conclusion of the fourth (4th) attempted University of Arizona Global Campus course in a degree seeking program. To start the fifth (5th) course, you must complete all the requirements subsequently outlined.

    • Official TOEFL or IELTS scores, if required for admission If you meet the English Language requirement with 30 transferable credits, you must submit the official transcript(s) where these credits were earned.
    • If you were provisionally admitted with completion of a two-year program from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution as defined by the University of Arizona Global Campus transfer credit policies you must have official transcripts of those credits on file to meet full admissions requirements.

    Note: Additional requirements for students seeking admission based on credentials earned outside of the United States are outlined separately.

    Students who do not meet all requirements will not be fully admitted and will be withdrawn from the program. Students may be readmitted to the University of Arizona Global Campus at such time that all requirements for full admission have been met. If the aforementioned required documentation does not apply, you are fully admitted at the time of their transfer credit evaluation, in accordance with the Transfer Credit Evaluation policy. If you have no history of postsecondary education you are fully admitted upon successful completion of the Conditional Admission Period. Please see the Academic Catalog for additional detailed requirements for Full Admission.

    Career

    Once you've completed your bachelor's in cyber & data security technology, get ready for an exciting career using technology to help organizations secure their data from external threats. View some of the careers you could pursue when you graduate with your Cyber & Data Security Technology degree. CYBER & DATA SECURITY TECHNOLOGY CAREERS

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 85

    How to Apply

    STEP 1
    Start Your Application

    It’s comprehensive, convenient, and fully online.* When completing your application, it’s helpful to have a copy of your high school transcripts and around 30 minutes. Need to take a break and finish later? You can save your progress and pick up where you left off any time.

    STEP 2
    Report Your Grades and Finalize Your Application

    On your application, you will be asked to self-report your grades. This means you should enter your courses and grades exactly as they appear on your high school transcripts, including any in-progress senior year coursework. Remember earlier when we said it’s helpful to have a copy of your high school transcripts? This is where they’ll come in handy.

    Don’t worry about sending us your official transcripts yet – you don’t need to do that until after you’re admitted and finish your senior year of coursework.

    If you still have questions about self-reporting your grades, check out our Admission and Application Requirements section on our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

    STEP 3
    Get Excited

    Once your application is submitted, our review process typically takes about 2-4 weeks. Be sure to check your Future Wildcat account for status updates on your application.

    Bachelor of Science in Cyber & Data Security Technology
    The University of Arizona Global
    The University of Arizona Global
    United States of America

    United States of America, Tucson

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