Master the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, securing AI-driven systems and leveraging AI for cyber defense. At FIU, our Master of Science in Computer Engineering: Network Security equips you with the skills needed to meet this rising demand. In just 10 months, you can earn your degree online, mastering ethical hacking, forensics, network security, malware analysis, and AI-driven prevention.
This program prepares students to protect systems, data assets, and sensitive information. The curriculum focuses on the latest developments in AI, policy operations, technologies, and defense techniques. Students will work with secure systems and applications, understand the legal impacts of cybersecurity, and learn how to lead, manage, and build cybersecurity solutions.
To meet the growing need for leaders capable of protecting data and information in both public and private sectors, this program equips students with advanced skills and versatile knowledge to tackle large, complex, and multidisciplinary cybersecurity challenges.
Starts During
Fall Semester
Program Highlights:
- Online degree focused on Cyber & AI
- 12 month program
- Starts in Fall semester
- Cyber & Artificial Intelligence with advanced training
- Taught by faculty leaders in Cyber & Artificial Intelligence
- Highly relevant and continually evolving curriculum
- Focused on Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics, Malware Reverse Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Model, Computer Vision, Visualization & Cloud Computing.
- Microsoft Certification – AI 900, AZ 900, DP 900, SC 900 included
Degree Information:
Courses
Our curriculum is designed to keep you up to speed with new tech as it happens and covers every possible aspect of cybersecurity and AI. At the same time, you’ll learn advanced network security principles, cryptographic techniques, and secure systems design. Hands-on projects and real-world scenarios ensure you’re job-ready from day one.
The MS program consists of six eight-week terms. Students enroll in 4 courses (12 credits) each semester, which is the equivalence of two courses each term. A total of 30 credit hours, including two components: the Computer Engineering Core (24 semester hours) and Math Electives (6 semester hours). Up to 6 semester hours of graduate credit may be transferred into the master’s program.
Core Courses
- EEL 6141 – Advanced Network Analysis – (Fall B)
- EEL5171 – Advanced Systems Theory – (Summer A)
- CAI 5855 – Introduction to Applied AI in ECE – (Fall A)
- CNT 6154 – Advanced Machine Learning in ECE – (Fall B)
- EEL5807 – Advanced Ethical Hacking – (Spring A)
- CIS 5208 – Social, Economics, & Policy Aspects of Cybersecurity – (Fall A)
- CAI 5867 – Advanced Data Engineering in ECE – (Spring B)
AI Track (3 courses)
- CNT 6150 – Advanced Deep Learning in ECE – (Spring A)
- CAI 6856 – Advanced Generative AI in ECE – (Spring b)
- CNT 6144 – Advanced Analytics/Cloud in ECE – (Spring B)
Cyber Track (3 Courses)
- EEL6805 – Advanced Malware Reverse Engineering – (Spring A)
- EEL6787 – Network Security – (Spring B)
- EEL6803 – Advanced Digital Forensics – (Summer A)
Graduation Requirements
Students must have a minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0 or greater. No grade below “C” will be accepted in a graduate program. In order to graduate in a given term, a student must submit an application for graduation to the Office of the Registrar by the appointed deadline. A graduate student must be enrolled the term in which he/she graduates. A student denied graduation must complete the requirements for graduation and reapply for graduation.
International Students
Proof of English Language Proficiency. If you earned a bachelor degree in a country whose official language is not English, you must demonstrate English language proficiency by earning a passing score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). TOEFL required minimum score: 550 (paper-based exam) or 80 (internet-based). IELTS required minimum score: 6.5. When requesting official scores, please refer to FIU Institution code 5206. TOEFL / IELTS scores are valid for two years. View list of TOEFL/IELTS-exempt countries.- Official Transcripts Translation. If official transcripts are not in English, a second copy of the transcript must be requested for translation by an official translation agency. Both the official translation, as well as the original transcripts, must be submitted to FIU.
- Certified Copy of Diploma if you obtained your degree at a foreign institution.
