Drexel's 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 requires a technology background. Based on your background and goals, your Academic Advisor will guide you in the selection of courses/certificates that are available to you.
This certificate can be combined with other certificates and courses to create the following Master of Science degrees:
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Computer Science
Information Systems
Software Engineering
Note: Certificates can only be used in pursuit of a master’s degree; they are not a stand-alone credential. To take advantage of a certificate program, you must apply and be admitted to a specific master’s degree program. No official credential will be issued by the University for a completed certificate alone.
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 for our master's degrees.
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