Why this certificate?
The Cybersecurity Engineering Graduate Certificate, offered through the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, is available online and on campus to both degree and non-degree-seeking students. The certificate prepares students to analyze, develop, investigate, protect, and defend computer and information systems.
Who is eligible?
- Those who hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent from an institution of recognized standing are eligible (exceptions may be approved if the student has the background needed to succeed in the graduate engineering courses).
- There is no GRE requirement.
What can you expect?
- Students who complete the graduate certificate will have the ability to identify and assess cybersecurity threats; develop suitably protective and resilent network and software mechanisms; defend against cyber attacks; and detect, triage and mitigate cybersecurity breaches.
- If a student chooses to pursue a master's, all academic credit earned from the certificate may be applied toward the graduate degree.
How do I apply?
- Fill out the online graduate application at https://graduate.auburn.edu/admissions/apply.php
(you will be required to create an account). - Contact Clint Lovelace, Manager of Academic Programs in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, at jcl0014@auburn.edu or 334.844.6313.