Who is Computer Security and Privacy Certificate program for?
Drexel College of Computing & Informatics’ Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate Certificate in Computer Security and Privacy provides broad technical expertise in software security, network security and computer privacy. It includes introductory courses in security engineering and computer privacy that cover the technical fundamentals. Electives provide additional in-depth expertise in operating systems, computer networks and cryptography which are essential bodies of knowledge to be able to do technical work in modern computer security. This program is designed to prepare working professionals to meet this demand by providing deep technical expertise in computer security and privacy.
This certificate can be combined with other certificates and/or courses to create the Master of Science degrees listed below.
Fast Facts
Curriculum
IMPORTANT NOTE: Drexel operates on the quarter, not semester, system, offering classes during four 10-week terms throughout the year.
Please visit Drexel’s Course Catalog for a full description of each required and elective course for this program. You can also find a sample Plan of Study for the certificate.
Admissions
Please visit our Graduate Admissions section for admissions requirements and application deadlines.
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