The UGA School of Computing has several faculty whose research areas are in cybersecurity and privacy. To foster collaboration among these faculty and coordinate related academic courses, the Computer Science Department at UGA has established an Institute for Cybersecurity and Privacy (ICSP), which has been named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Research by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Privacy: Program Description and Objectives This MS program will be useful for all students, particularly in the fields of computer science, mathematics, and engineering. The program aims to develop expertise in various aspects of computer security and privacy, such as networking, operating systems, network and systems security, and data and communications privacy. Admission Criteria: Admissions requirements will align with the current admissions standards set by the Graduate School and the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Completed applications will include the UGA graduate application, bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Science or a related discipline, three letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, a minimum 3.0 GPA, and GRE test score. Applicants will need to meet all Graduate School requirements. Students with insufficient background in Computer Science must first take undergraduate Computer Science courses to remedy any deficiencies, in addition to their graduate program requirements. A sufficient background in Computer Science must include at least the following courses (or equivalents): CSCI 1301-1301L, Introduction to Computing and Programming (alternative option CSCI 7010, Computer Programming) CSCI 1302, Software Development CSCI 1730, Systems Programming CSCI 2610, Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science CSCI 2670, Introduction to Theory of Computing CSCI 2720, Data Structures CSCI 4720, Computer Systems Architecture (4 hours) MATH 2200, Analytic Geometry and Calculus MATH 2250, Calculus I for Science and Engineering Curriculum (This program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours). This program offers two tracks: with thesis and non-thesis. With Thesis Track: To complete the MS program in Cybersecurity and Privacy with thesis, students must complete 22-24 hours of required cybersecurity courses in Computer Science, including CSCI 7000, Master’s Research, and CSCI 7300, Master's Thesis. Students must also complete 6-8 hours of elective coursework related to Cybersecurity and Privacy, plus CSCI 3030 or equivalent, if they have not already taken a suitable ethics course. Overall, students must complete at least 12 hours of graduate-only coursework. Non-Thesis Track: To complete the non-thesis MS program in Cybersecurity and Privacy, students must complete 19-20 hours of mainstream cybersecurity courses in Computer Science, including CSCI 7200, Master’s Project. Students must also complete 11-12 hours of elective coursework related to Cybersecurity and Privacy, plus CSCI 3030 or equivalent, if they have not already taken a suitable ethics course. Overall, students must complete at least 12 hours of graduate-only coursework. Non-Thesis With Thesis Required Courses (19-20 hours) Required Courses (22-24 hours) CSCI 6250, Cyber Security (4 hours) CSCI 6250, Cyber Security (4 hours) CSCI 6260, Data Security and Privacy (4 hours) CSCI 6260, Data Security and Privacy (4 hours) CSCI 6730, Operating Systems (4 hours) CSCI 6730, Operating Systems (4 hours) CSCI 6760, Computer Networks (4 hours) CSCI 6760, Computer Networks (4 hours) CSCI 7200, Master’s Project (3-4 hours) CSCI 7000, Master’s Research (3-4 hours) CSCI 7300, Master’s Thesis (3-4 hours) Elective Courses (11-12 hours) Choose three of the following Elective Courses (6-8 hours) Choose two of the following CSCI 6270, Introduction to Computer Forensics (4 hours) CSCI 6270, Introduction to Computer Forensics (4 hours) CSCI 8240, Software Security and Cyber Forensics (4 hours) CSCI 8240, Software Security and Cyber Forensics (4 hours) CSCI 8245, Secure Programming (4 hours) CSCI 8245, Secure Programming (4 hours) CSCI 8250, Advanced Cyber Security (4 hours) CSCI 8250, Advanced Cyber Security (4 hours) CSCI 8260, Computer Network Attacks and Defenses (4 hours) CSCI 8260, Computer Network Attacks and Defenses (4 hours) CSCI 8265, Trustworthy Machine Learning (4 hours) CSCI 8265, Trustworthy Machine Learning (4 hours) CSCI 8960, Privacy-Preserving Data Analytics (4 hours) CSCI 8960, Privacy-Preserving Data Analytics (4 hours) CSCI 8965, Internet of Things Security (4 hours) CSCI 8965, Internet of Things Security (4 hours) CSEE 8310, Security in Cyber-Physical Systems (3 hours) CSEE 8310, Security in Cyber-Physical Systems (3 hours) MATH 6540, Cryptology and Computational Number Theory (3 hours) MATH 6540, Cryptology and Computational Number Theory (3 hours) MIST 7775, Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 hours) MIST 7775, Cyber Threat Intelligence (3 hours) Student Learning Outcomes Students in this program should be able to defend against common cybersecurity and privacy threats by gaining knowledge of information security, including secure programming and cybersecurity best practices. Students will be able to use their enhanced and improved hands-on experiences and skills to address various security and privacy issues. Students should be able to make risk assessment to IT design decisions. Sample Program of Study (with thesis) Course Number Course Title Hours First Year Fall CSCI 6760 CSCI 6260 CSCI 6730 Computer Networks Data Security and Privacy Operating Systems Total Credit Hours 4 4 4 12 First Year Spring CSCI 6250 CSCI 7000 CSCI 8960 CSCI 8265 Cyber Security Master’s Research Privacy-Preserving Data Analysis Trustworthy Machine Learning Total Credit Hours 4 4 4 4 16 Summer CSCI 7300 Master’s Thesis Total Credit Hours 3 3 Total 31 Sample Program of Study (non-thesis) Course Number Course Title Hours First Year Fall CSCI 6760 CSCI 6260 CSCI 6730 Computer Networks Data Security and Privacy Operating Systems Total Credit Hours 4 4 4 12 First Year Spring CSCI 6250 CSCI 8260 CSCI 8960 CSCI 8265 Cyber Security Computer Network Attacks and Defenses Privacy-Preserving Data Analysis Trustworthy Machine Learning Total Credit Hours 4 4 4 4 16 Summer CSCI 7200 Master’s Project Total Credit Hours 3 3 Total 31
