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Cybersecurity

Format & Location

Online

School/College

School of Engineering and Computing
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Start Dates

Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September)

Application Deadline

Rolling Admission

Completion

8 months

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

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With new cybersecurity threats emerging every day, there’s never been a greater need for professionals who can anticipate and prevent attacks on sensitive data. This cybersecurity certificate program teaches students to take on the mindset of a hacker so they can always stay one step ahead in maintaining secure systems. Through hands-on training, you will be on your way to earning these industry certifications: CEH, CISM, and CDFE.

What You'll Learn and Do

Experience practical training that stands out to employers

Deepen your understanding of the cybersecurity landscape and gain hands-on experience that’s directly applicable to the workforce. Using Fairfield’s fully remote Cybersecurity Lab, students who complete the online cybersecurity certificate will work to resolve real threats affecting organizations.

 

Immediately progress toward a master’s degree

Fairfield’s cybersecurity certificate program is designed to apply directly toward a master’s of science in cybersecurity. This means those who complete the certificate have a streamlined path toward a master’s degree — without having to repeat any courses. This is just one way this structured course sequence from Fairfield University is distinct from other cybersecurity certificate programs.

Elevate your expertise in real time

You’ll learn from industry experts and focus on swiftly furthering your technical abilities through hands-on training. This type of practical learning can help you stand out for a career, like an information security analyst, a role where the median annual salary in 2023 was $120,360, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Course Requirements

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12 credits

Contact Us

Graduate Admission
gradadmis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4184

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Experience our School of Engineering & Computing

Fairfield University's School of Engineering & Computing offers multiple nationally ranked graduate degree programs that focus on six areas of specialized expertise, along with certificates in other disciplines. Draw on the professional network we’ve built in the engineering industry as you connect with experts who can help propel your career forward.

 

Learn From Industry Experts

Fairfield’s award-winning faculty have deep expertise in topics such as residential interiors and sustainable design. Many are also contributors to some of the most respected publications in the industry. You’ll benefit from their firsthand insights and guidance while obtaining your master’s degree in interior design.

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Mirco Speretta
Mirco Speretta
Associate Dean, Computer Science and Engineering

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From your first admission conversation to graduation and beyond, you’ll find support at every turn. The Fairfield University student support network is dedicated to meeting your needs. You’ll receive personal, academic, and financial guidance as you complete your Master of Arts degree in interior design.

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