Master of Science in
Aviation Cybersecurity

This program prepares graduates for cybersecurity leadership roles in the aviation industry by examining cybersecurity and its impact on interconnected aviation and aerospace ecosystems.

Strong Career Potential

  • The emerging vulnerability of aviation technologies to cyberattacks means growing demand for professionals who can bring cybersecurity skills and insight to aviation operations.

Specific Focus

  • The program is designed for working professionals in the aviation industry who will have cybersecurity responsibilities.

Flexible Learning

  • The program is offered 100% online and courses may be taken in any order.

Expert Faculty

  • Faculty members are subject matter experts with vast industry experience in aviation and cybersecurity.

Key Connections

  • Students benefit from the knowledge of classmates because they also are working professionals who bring their own experiences to the program.

Notable Careers

  • Airline/Airport Cybersecurity Firms
  • Air Traffic Management
  • Aviation Supply Chain
  • Aviation Maintenance Systems
  • Aviation Operations

Growing Demand

  • Research from 2021 shows demand for aviation cybersecurity professionals is predicted to grow by more than 7% per month.

Notable Employers of Alumni

  • General Electric
  • Northrop Grumman
  • The Mitre Corporation
  • Federal Government
  • Global Systems Technologies

30 credits

Transfer Credit

Estimated Costs

Campuses Offering Degree

  • Worldwide

Course Outline

  • 9 of 10 classes focus on aviation and cybersecurity in aviation.
  • The 10th class emphasizes general cybersecurity.
  • Program can be started at any time and completed in one to two years.

You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.

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