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Master of National Cyber Security Studies

California State University, San Bernardino

San Bernardino, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Prepares students for cyber security and intelligence analysis careers without needing technical experience.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge in National Cyber Security Studies. Apply skills related to 36-39 unit degree
cybersecurity field courses
cybersecurity theory and practice. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Cyber security
Intelligence analysis

Curriculum

36-39 unit degree. Core courses on cyber security and cyber warfare and intelligence assessments
cybersecurity field courses such as cybersecurity theory and practice
and a thesis or comprehensive written and oral exams.

Entry requirements

Academic

Recognised bachelor degree with a 2.5 GPA (A=4.0) or on the last 60 semester units
Official transcripts
English proficiency proof
Financial support statement and passport
Many programmes need a separate departmental application and set higher GPA or test minimums
Additional academic criteria: GPA 2.5 (A=4.0) on the bachelor degree or on the last 60 semester units
3.0 if the applicant has graduate units
Some programmes set higher.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree from an accredited institution or equivalent four-year study, official sealed transcripts and proof of degree, financial support statement, passport copy, many programmes require an extra departmental application

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79 (4 for tests taken on or after 2026-01-21)
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Financial Support Statement
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the National Cyber Security Studies admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,343 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	San Bernardino Campus
Faculty or school	College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Department	Political Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.