Details: Cybersecurity, Minor, ENG

MinorCybersecurity

A minor in cybersecurity from Wichita State provides students with a basic background in information security and cyber defense. The minor is a useful addition to a successful career in the growing information technology sector.

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Applied learning at Wichita State

At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

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Admission to the program

To be admitted into the College of Engineering, you must first be admitted to Wichita State.

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Admission requirements

Inside the Program

A cyber research partnership provides hands-on job opportunities for students.

Students learn about cybersecurity first-hand

There is a growing need for cybersecurity expertise in the Wichita area. To answer that call, the WSU Hub for Cybersecurity Education and Awareness (HCEA) was created on campus.

As a student, you have the ability to work at the group and learn first-hand about cybersecurity. This direct involvement prepares you for a job delivering the highest level of cybersecurity and IT support.

Curriculum

As a cybersecurity student, you'll take classes in applied computing fundamentals, cybersecurity awareness, networking, programming and scripting, and cyber operations.

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Careers

WSU’s vast industry connections — and experience-based learning for every major — gives applied-computing students the chance to grow their professional network, build a resume and earn a paycheck, all while still in school, leading to high-paying, high-demand careers.

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