Foundations of Cybersecurity

Success factors vary and can be customized to students’ individual skills and interests.The primary factor is to ensure graduating students are cybersecurity literate and meet work force expectations in this field. Students specializing in information technologies can develop a variety of skills needed by public and private entities to analyze cyberspace security problems and develop response strategies. Students interested in research careers with think-tanks, or applying to graduate programs, can focus on research and writing on cyberspace security issues. For those who are interested in policy, law enforcement, and governmental services, the certificate will provide introduction to core technical skills combined with the analytical context of behavioral and policy studies related to cybersecurity.

Graduates of this program will be prepared for the careers listed below. All opportunities may not be listed. 

Students must complete all course requirements with at least a GPA of 2.0 and must complete the certificate within a maximum of 2 years from the enrollment date.

Admission for this certificate program is limited to those that are currently in the United States, as this program is not available to pursue on a full time basis.  No visas can be provided for this educational opportunity.  The UC Admissions website provides information for international applicants.