The Bridge to M.S. in Cybersecurity program at Old à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã University (ODU) is designed for students without a traditional STEM background or those who want to update their technical skills to pursue a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity. The M.S. in Cybersecurity at ODU is a one-year, 30-credit program, offered on-campus, online, or blended.
The Bridge program is best suited for students who have already completed their undergraduate degree and are interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity, but do not have the technical background. This flexible option helps students from any major build a strong foundation in cybersecurity while making progress toward their graduate degree.
Under the Bridge program, students with a bachelor's degree in any major will take two introductory courses and one advanced course (9 credits total) that count toward the 30-credit master’s degree and can be taken alongside core or elective courses.
Bridge Program Highlights
- CYSE 608: Windows Systems for Cybersecurity
- CYSE 609: Fundamentals of Linux Systems
- CYSE 602: Advanced Techniques for Cyber Defense
Courses include labs, projects, and practical hands-on activities designed to help you succeed even if you're from a non-technical background.
Courses are offered online and built to meet ODUGlobal Quality-Matter standards for accessibility and ease of use.
Advising is available to help you:
- Transition into cybersecurity
- Discover career paths in cybersecurity, cyber risk management, cybercrime, AI security, and more.
- Improve your à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã mobility with higher-paying, in-demand jobs
Why It’s Useful
- Smooth entry into a technical master’s program
- Build confidence and capability in key cybersecurity systems
- Directly applicable to real-world cybersecurity roles
- Aligned with the high job demand in public and private sectors
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