The field of cybersecurity is growing rapidly. Due to the integration of cyber-systems in our daily lives, our businesses and our governments, there is a huge need for cyber expertise. Lander's B.S. in Cybersecurity program prepares students for a career in this high demand field.
The program educates and trains students for careers in technical and non-technical areas related to the field of cybersecurity. Students completing the core courses of this program will gain deep technical knowledge to develop and maintain cybersecurity solutions along with an understanding of non-technical areas including administrative, ethical and legal aspects of cybersecurity. The Political Science emphasis focuses on policy development and compliance, and the legal aspects related to the field of cybersecurity.
This major serves both traditional and non-traditional students seeking education and training in the growing field of cybersecurity. The program covers all core elements of the cybersecurity field and is suitable for individuals with no prior knowledge of computing or cybersecurity, e.g. students finishing high school or individuals with no prior computing knowledge or experience.
The B.S. in Cybersecurity, Political Science Concentration is a program in the Department of Applied Computing at Lander University. Click here to learn more about the department.
The Department of Applied Computing is housed in Lander University’s College of Business and Technology. For more information on the college, click here.
Careers in Cybersecurity
This is a great time to pursue a cybersecurity career. With an almost zero rate of unemployment, cybersecurity positions can be found in every field of work. You can choose a career as
Additionally, this program will provide you with the ability to seek industry certifications or graduate education, if desired.
B.S. in Cybersecurity Program's Core Curriculum
As a cybersecurity major you will take courses in computer programming, digital forensics, cryptography, computer communication principles, database design and management, fundamentals of cybersecurity management, computer system administration and hands-on networking.
Note: The information below provides convenient links to some of the courses required for this degree; however, it should not be used as a course registration guide. Please refer to the official Lander University Academic Catalog for the most accurate and up-to-date program requirements.
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS1 | CREDIT HOURS |
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| A. Core Skills |
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| ENGL 101 | Writing and Inquiry I | 3 | |
| ENGL 102 | Writing and Inquiry II | 3 | |
| MATH 121 | Mathematical Applications OR MATH 123 Calculus and its Applications OR MATH 141 Single Variable Calculus I |
3-4 | |
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B. Humanities and Fine Arts |
6 | ||
| C. Behavioral and Social Perspectives | |||
| POLS 103 | Introduction to World Politics | 3 | |
| Behavioral and Social Perspectives elective | 3 | ||
| D. Scientific and Mathematical Reasoning | |||
| MATH 212 | Statistical Methods II | 3 | |
| Approved Lab Science | 4 | ||
| E. Founding Documents of the United States | |||
| HIST 111R2 | United States History to 1877 OR HIST 112R2 United States History since 1877 OR POLS 101R2 American National Government |
3 | |
| F. World Cultures | 3 | ||
| G. LINK 101 | 1 | ||
| Total General Education Requirements | 35 | ||
1 For approved courses see the General Education section
2 If you already have credit for HIST 111, do not take HIST 111R; if you already have credit for HIST 112, do not take HIST 112R; if you already have credit for POLS 101, do not take POLS 101R
| MAJOR PROGRAM CORE REQUIREMENTS | CREDIT HOURS |
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| CIS 102 | Application Software OR successful completion of exemption exam |
0-3 |
| CIS 120 | Fundamentals of Information Systems & Information Technology | 3 |
| CIS 130 | Problem Solving and Programming Methods | 4 |
| CIS 230 | Computer Programming Principles I | 4 |
| CIS 240 | Introduction to Data Communications | 3 |
| CIS 360 | Database Design | 3 |
| CYBR 140 | Networking Lab | 1 |
| CYBR 243 | Fundamentals of Cyber Security | 3 |
| CYBR 260 | Network and Systems Administration | 1 |
| CYBR 343 | Information Systems and Practice | 3 |
| CYBR 344 | Network Security and Forensics | 3 |
| CYBR 345 | Introduction to Cryptography | 3 |
| CYBR 346 | Cybersecurity Planning and Management | 3 |
| CYBR 449 | Cybersecurity Capstone | 3 |
| MAJOR PROGRAM CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS | CREDIT HOURS |
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| POLS 391 | Homeland Security | 3 |
Select two (2) POLS 303: International Relations POLS 311: Constitutional Law POLS 312: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights POLS 325: International Conflict and Terrorism POLS 366: International Law POLS 390: Globalization |
6 | |
| MAJOR PROGRAM ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS | CREDIT HOURS |
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| MATH 125 | Introduction to Discrete Mathematics OR MATH 325 Discrete Mathematics |
3 |
| MATH 211 | Statistical Methods I OR MATH 311 Mathematical Statistics |
3 |
Select 1 MATH 200: Introduction to Modeling and Simulation MATH 208: Applied Linear Algebra MATH 242: Differential Equations MATH 300: Numerical Analysis MATH 308: Linear Algebra |
3-4 | |
| Total Major Program Requirements | 57-61 | |
| Additional Electives | 23-28 | |
| TOTAL FOR B.S. DEGREE | 120 | |