Description

Cybersecurity is a computing-based discipline involving technology, people, information, and processes to protect computing systems from adversaries. It involves the creation, operation, analysis, and testing of secure computing systems (see ACM Documentation​). It is an interdisciplinary course of study, including aspects of law, policy, human factors, ethics, and risk management in the context of adversaries. BYU's Cybersecurity program is recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the NSA/DHS. For Center news and activities, see the Cybersecurity@BYU website.

Program Requirements

Below are links to find out the specification of the major, past and present flowcharts, and other information about the program and graduation. If there are more questions, please contact the Cybersecurity Academic Advisor.

• Course Flowcharts
• Program Requirements
• Expected Learning Outcomes
• Graduation Requirements
• Graduation Plan Template

Program Educational Objectives

1. Apply knowledge in service to community and family and engage in lifelong learning through personal study and continuing education.
2. Develop a fulfilling profession which may include employment in industry or academia, technology-based entrepreneurship, and postgraduate study in engineering or other disciplines.
3. Leverage technical background to make innovative contributions to society and serve in responsible positions of leadership.
4. Be an example of faith, character, and high professional ethics.

Learning Outcomes

1. Problem Analysis and Solutions
   Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, Implement, & Evaluate Computing Solutions
   Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
3. Communicate Effectively
   Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Legal & Ethical Judgment
   Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Teamwork and Management
   Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
6. Security Principles and Practices
   Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

Meet with Alisha Wall, Cybersecurity Advisor

• Internship questions, processes and approvals
• Academic Improvement Plans (AIP)
• Academic Holds or yearly check ins
• Major/Minor exploration and changes
• Graduation Application status or questions
• Department Scholarships

Undergraduate Cybersecurity Technical Electives