
Cybersecurity
Master of Engineering
Become a cutting-edge professional protecting critical systems.
In this Digital Era, cyberattacks threaten costly consequences for people, businesses, institutions and governments. Securing these systems requires professionals with interdisciplinary training, technical knowledge, innovative and problem-solving mindsets and leadership skills.
You can gain all those things at Duke.
Cybersecurity
Master of Engineering
Become a cutting-edge professional protecting critical systems.
In this Digital Era, cyberattacks threaten costly consequences for people, businesses, institutions and governments. Securing these systems requires professionals with interdisciplinary training, technical knowledge, innovative and problem-solving mindsets and leadership skills.
You can gain all those things at Duke.
Flexible, Adaptive Curriculum
Aligned with the latest industry trends. Become prepared to secure data systems, testify in digital forensics, produce cybersecurity intelligence, build cyber-resilience, and investigate data breaches. Join a growing professional community making impacts globally.
A Great Program For
- Recent graduates and seasoned professionals with backgrounds in computer science, engineering or a related field
- Military veterans, attorneys and executives aiming to advance their leadership careers
- Individuals with academic backgrounds as diverse as political science, business administration or English who share a passion for cybersecurity

Ranked #3 Best Online Master’s in Cybersecurity
Fortune Magazine

Study On-Campus or Online
A 30-Credit Degree
- 10-plus courses informed by and adapted to newest industry trends and needs
- Industry internship or real-world research project
- For our online students: One in-person residency on the Duke campus

CISO ExecEd Certificate
11-Week Program
- Provide oversight and governance for a cybersecurity program
- Develop cybersecurity metrics aligned with organizational goals
- Identify regulatory or legal risk to the organization
- Identify goals for high-performance cybersecurity operations teams
- Understand emerging technologies and potential risks
News


“I love that every cybersecurity elective includes a lab where we practice the techniques covered in lectures”
Read a Q&A with Duke Cybersecurity student and US veteran Phillipe Archin, who served as an Infantry Rifleman in the United States Marine Corps Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

Events

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Mar 26
Last day to withdraw with W from Spring 2025 classes (undergraduates only)
Last day to withdraw with W from Spring 2025 classes (undergraduates only)
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Mar 26
Meditation with Pratt Peers
Join us for a calming meditation session with soothing music, designed to help you relax, focus, and recharge amidst your busy college life!
10:00 am
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Mar 27
The Engineering Master’s Programs Student Advisory Board Weekly Event
Join the Engineering Master’s Programs Student Advisory Board for a relaxing time with table games and food every Thursday at the Teer Student Lounge from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
2:30 pm