Computer Science: Cybersecurity
Gain expertise in safeguarding digital systems and data against emerging threats.
Cybersecurity major offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of protecting digital assets and systems. With a focus on practical skills and real-world applications, graduates of our program are well-equipped to pursue rewarding careers in cybersecurity.Top Reasons
Current Threats
Learn from faculty with real-world experience who are active in their field, bringing experience dealing with the latest threats directly from the field to the classroom.Learn to Hack
Whitehat hacking and penetration testing are an integral part of cybersecurity. Perform simulated attacks and real-world reconnaissance to better understand the methods attackers use.A Bright Outlook
The demand for cybersecurity professionals is on the rise, with projected growth far outpacing many other industries. With an emphasis on hands-on experience and cutting-edge techniques, ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s cybersecurity major positions students to enter a field where job opportunities abound.State-of-the-Art Facilities
The Carole and Marcus Weinstein Computer Sciences Center houses high-tech classrooms, a cyber range, an AI/Robotics research lab, a makerspace, and esports gaming room.Moc Spotlight - Santino Miozzi
Clubs And More
The Florida Southern College Computer Science Club is a community of students who all have a passion for technology and computing. Participating in the Association for Computational Machinery’s International Collegiate Programming Competition (ICPC), A global competition sponsored by IBM, that challenges the performance of today’s computer science and engineering students.
Program Details
AVAILABLE IN:
BA
BS
Minor
Admission Requirements
First-Years
All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
Internationals
Program Contact
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Department Chair
The Charles and Mildred Jenkins Chair in Mathematics and Computer Science
Weinstein Computer Science Center - 119
863.680.5058