Computer Science |
Cybersecurity
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Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Ransomware, malware, phishing, distributed denial of service (DDOS), spyware, simjacking, and cyberwarfare. Internet-based attacks on our society are in the news just about every day.
Cybersecurity is about defending against these threats. The field has steadily grown in breadth, depth and societal importance and is now recognized as a stand-alone subject alongside Computer Science and Computer Engineering. Carleton’s new Bachelor of Cybersecurity (BCyber) is unique in Canada. It targets the computer science side of cybersecurity to help you understand the broad range of current and anticipated future threats and risks, as well as solutions to solve them.
Explore our Program
This program is designed for high achieving and ambitious students who excel in math and science, who enjoy solving challenging problems and who are strongly interested in a career in computer and network security. Each incoming class will have a small cohort, meaning that you’ll get to know many of your classmates and your professors well.
Co-op and Career Options
Our program has a rigorous, fast-paced first year that will quickly prepare you for a Co-op work-term placement. A degree in Cybersecurity will prepare you for a career in any of the numerous fields in computer science where security and/or privacy are important.
Frequently Asked Questions
Admissions
Considering Carleton’s BCyber program? The Undergraduate Admissions team can help you find important information about applying to undergraduate studies at Carleton University. Learn about admission requirements, how to apply, application and document deadlines, applying for residence, keeping track of your application, what to do once you have been admitted and more!