Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Forensics (STEM)

Learning Outcomes

• Students build a strong foundation in cybersecurity fundamentals and explore how artificial intelligence is shaping both cyber threats and defenses.
• Students develop practical skills in digital forensics and incident response, learning to investigate security breaches and collect digital evidence using cutting-edge tools.
• Students learn to think like a hacker to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen organizational defenses.

Required Courses (30 Credits)

The program requires 10 courses for a total of 30 credits, including six foundational courses and four specialized courses in the chosen track. The goal is for students to be able to complete the program in 21 months. 

Foundational Courses (18 Credits)

• CBR 500 Advanced Cybersecurity Management (3 Credits)
• CBR 510 Introduction to AI and Cyber Ethics (3 Credits)
• CBR 520 Administration and Network Security (3 Credits)
• CBR 530 Digital Forensics and Incident Response (3 Credits)
• CBR 540 Advanced Penetration Testing
  (3 Credits)
• CBR 600 Cybersecurity Master’s Capstone (3 Credits)

Specialized Tracks

The MS in Cybersecurity program offers two different tracks for students: Managing Information Systems Security and Cyber System Engineering. Both tracks require 30 credits of coursework, comprising 18 credits of the Foundational Core and 12 credits in each specialization. 

Track 1 – Cyber Systems Engineering

• CBR 555 Governance, Risk, and Compliance (3 credits)
• CBR 565 Cybercrime and Investigations (3 credits)
• CBR 575 In-Depth Cryptographic Concepts (3 credits)
• CBR 585 AI, Container, and Cloud Security (3 credits)

Track 2 – Forensics Investigator 

• CBR 565 Cybercrime and Investigations (3 credits)
• CBR 570 Mobile Device Forensic Analysis (3 credits)
• CBR 580 Advanced Digital Forensics and Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 credits)
• CBR 590 Cybercrime Intelligence and Cyberwarfare (3 credits)

See catalog for more details. 

Tuition

The forensics and cybersecurity master’s degree tuition is based on the number of credits students are enrolled in. For more information, visit the Office of Financial Assistance.

While Neumann is known for its competitive, affordable sticker price, we know that most graduates need financial assistance of some kind while enrolled in graduate school. For everything you need to know about your financial aid options, download our guide: Offsetting the Cost of Graduate School — Financial Aid for Graduate Students.

Admissions Requirements

Forensics and cybersecurity degree applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended and a current professional resume. 

For more information on the admissions requirements for this program, visit our admissions page. 

Graduate Assistantships at Neumann University 

Neumann University offers a number of graduate assistantships in various offices throughout campus including residence life, campus ministry, enrollment management, student leadership & engagement, athletics, knights pantry, the library, university advancement and so many more.

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Current Programmatic Partnerships

Cybersecurity Program Partners:

•    Upper Chichester Township Administration
•    Sun East Federal Credit Union
•    City of Philadelphia
•    Aqua America
•    Access IT Group, Inc
•    Abenity