University of Louisville

Program Information

Degree Offered

Network and Information Security

Format: Online

Program Description:

The graduate certificate in Network and Information Security is designed for advanced computer professionals who wish to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the fast changing field of Information Security as well as students majoring in disciplines other than Computer Engineering and Computer Science.
As networking technology continues to rapidly advance, so do new and sophisticated threats and attacks to the nation's information infrastructure. This certificate will prepare you to respond to these challenges, training you to monitor and identify cyber criminals. This certificate is best for:
1) Advanced computer professionals who wish to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the fast changing field of network and information security
2) Someone with an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than computer engineering or computer science who wishes to gain knowledge and skills in network and information security

Accreditation:

Southern Associations of Colleges and Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

You will need to have sufficient background in computer science to be successful in the courses required for the certificate. Therefore, applicants should have completed the required course prerequisites, or have equivalent knowledge from courses taken at other universities, or from work experience.

In special cases, work experience in the industry can be used as substitute if it provides experience in operating systems, networking and legal and ethical issues.

# of Credits Required:

12

International Student Requirements:

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language. Applicants holding a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in the United States are exempt from the TOEFL requirement.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

660 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above