Overview
Complete a minimum of 30 credits comprised of 10+ courses informed by and adapted to newest industry trends and needs.
Online students have the opportunity to connect with the campus and professional community through one required residency and other in-person academic interactions of their choice.
Adaptive Curriculum and Applied Learning Strategies
- Two (2) industry preparation core courses
- Three (3) technical core courses
- Five (5) cybersecurity elective courses
- Elective tracks – Choose Technology or Technology Management
Internship or Real-World Client-Oriented Project
A required internship is an excellent way to gain industry experience and exposure to cybersecurity operations in an organization. Although students are responsible for finding their own internship, Duke Pratt School of Engineering provides intensive professional development services through the Graduate Student Programs and Services – at Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering.
Working students can complete their internship requirement by completing a client-oriented project for their employer.
Hands-On Professional Development and Intercultural Communication Training
The Graduate Student Programs and Services (GSPS) team is dedicated to enhancing the experience of Duke Cybersecurity graduate students and equipping them for successful careers. Our GSPS Career Hub offers comprehensive career support, while our Graduate Communications and Intercultural Programs provide valuable skills for effective communication and cultural competency.
Compare Online and On-Campus
The choice of online or on-campus is up to you. All students take the same courses, learn from the same faculty, and earn the same Duke degree.
| Online | On-Campus | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Time to Degree | 4-5 Semesters | 3-4 Semesters |
| Residency at Duke | One Required Residency on the Duke campus and other In-Person Academic Interactions | Fully immersive, residential campus experience in Durham, NC |
| Class Experience | Live and recorded classes; Asynchronous and Synchronous instruction | Class attendance at Duke is mandatory |
| Academic Advising and Peer Mentoring | Virtual communication with program faculty and staff. In person, during residency Virtual communication with student mentors | In-person communication with program faculty and staff In person communication and periodic gatherings with student mentors |
| Hands-On Professional Development and Intercultural Communication Training | Explore the GSPS Career Hub Explore the Graduate Communications and Intercultural Programs | |
Curriculum Schedules
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Industry Prep CoreTechnical CoreElectivesProfessional EnrichmentYear 1FallMENG 570:
Business Fundamentals for EngineersCYBERSEC 500:
Introduction to Cybersecurity Perspectives CYBERSEC 503:
Cybersecurity Risk ManagementSeminar and Workshop SeriesSpringMENG 540: Management of High-Tech IndustriesCYBERSEC 502:
Cybersecurity and Interdisciplinary ConsiderationsElective 1 Elective 2SummerMENG 550:
InternshipYear 2FallElective 3 Elective 4 Elective 5MENG 551:
Internship Assessment -
Industry Prep
CoreTechnical
CoreElectivesProfessional
EnrichmentYear 1FallMENG 570:
Business Fundamentals for EngineersCYBERSEC 500:
Introduction to Cybersecurity Perspectives CYBERSEC 503:
Cybersecurity Risk ManagementCYBERSEC 504: ResidencySpringMENG 540: Management of High-Tech IndustriesCYBERSEC 502:
Cybersecurity and Interdisciplinary ConsiderationsElective 1SummerYear 2FallElective 2SpringElective 3SummerMENG 550:
InternshipYear 3FallMENG 551:
Internship AssessmentElective 4 Elective 5
Residency for Online Students
To provide an on-campus experience that bonds students to Duke and to each other, the online program includes residency.
The residency provides opportunities to interact with on-campus engineering master’s students, to attend class in person, and to experience Duke-curated professional enrichment activities including guest speakers, seminars and workshops.
