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Cybersecurity at Florida Atlantic University is about protecting the digital world. You’ll learn how to secure information, systems, and networks that power everything from finance and healthcare to transportation and emergency services. This area of study prepares you to understand threats, defend against cyberattacks, and help organizations build strong security programs that keep data and infrastructure safe.

About Cybersecurity at FAU

Florida Atlantic’s Cybersecurity programs are designed through a unique collaboration between the College of Business, College of Engineering and Computer Science, and College of Science. You can choose from three tracks—Information Technology, Computer Science, or Mathematical Sciences—so you can tailor your learning to your interests and career goals. The curriculum blends technical skills with real-world management and policy, giving you the tools to lead in a fast-changing field. You’ll benefit from expert faculty, hands-on coursework, and connections to top employers in South Florida and beyond.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate

  • Minor in Cybersecurity (with tracks in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Mathematical Sciences)
  • Certificate in Cybersecurity (same tracks as above)

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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Develop a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, including technical, managerial, and policy aspects.
2. Prepare students to identify, analyze, and address security threats in real-world environments.
3. Equip students to design, implement, and manage effective security programs and policies.
4. Foster interdisciplinary knowledge across IT, computer science, and mathematics.

1. Understand and apply core cybersecurity concepts to protect information and systems.
2. Analyze risks and recommend solutions for securing networks, data, and infrastructure.
3. Use industry-standard tools and techniques for cybersecurity and digital forensics.
4. Communicate security needs and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
5. Demonstrate readiness for high-demand careers in cybersecurity, including roles as analysts, administrators, and IT auditors.

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