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 Cybersecurity (BCyber)
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SchoolCarleton University
LocationOttawa, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,049
Full-time Graduate: 3,905
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80% to 85%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

Admission Requirements

  • OSSD with six Grade 12 courses at the 4U or 4M level
  • Prerequisite courses must be at the 4U level with no individual grade below 60%
  • Grade 12 English 4U is recommended for all degrees
  • Grade 12 4U/4M credits for co-op work experience will not be considered as part of the six courses
  • Required Courses
  • Advanced Functions
  • Calculus and Vectors
  • Students are expected to present a minimum percentage grade and prerequisite average. Please see the chart below for minimum cut-off ranges. Grade ranges apply to the overall and prerequisite average.
  • The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program by program basis. All programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed and all requirements are subject to change.
Cost
International: $57,397

Domestic fees: Visit Carleton's website for domestic costs

International fees: Visit Carleton's website for international costs.

Listed costs include compulsory fees.

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Description

Explore a unique program that targets the computer science side of cybersecurity, exploring the broad range of current and future threats and risks, and solutions to address them. Learn how to defend against malicious software, ransomware, phishing, distributed denial of service (DDoS), spyware and credential theft. Solve challenging problems and prepare for a career in computer and internet security and privacy. Your career: security architect; security incident response; computer forensics; security engineer; information systems security; software security lead developer; vulnerability assessment and analysis

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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.