Bachelor of Science

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Jacksonville UniversityBachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

A Bachelor of Science degree in cybersecurity provides a strong background in computing foundations along with rigorous, hands-on training in cutting-edge areas within cybersecurity, including:

  • Intrusion Detection
  • Network Security
  • Penetration Testing
  • Digital Forensics

Cybersecurity professionals are responsible for anything from responding to simple hacking threats to complex ransomware attacks. With the demand for this profession at an all-time high, students graduating from this program are able to find jobs right after they graduate. Our graduates are accepting jobs as cybersecurity specialists and information security analysts responsible for the design and operation of computer systems and networks for businesses and government agencies. Jacksonville University's BS in Cybersecurity program has been designated as an NSA National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Program of Study.

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Jacksonville University Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

JU's computer science program has prepared me for the real world by giving me the opportunity to explore, to fail and to grow. And I've done this through leading projects in class, collaborating with faculty outside of class and also competing in national competitions outside of the classroom. Through these experiences, I've learned not to memorize certain things, but to learn these things and apply them to different scenarios. And I think that's super valuable, because that's how the real world is. 

So, whenever I came to JU, I noticed there was three top tier professors that are here that are kind of overseeing the program. I said to myself, if I can pick all their brains and collectively gather all the information that I can from each of these professors, I'll be a successful student here.  

Davis College of Business and Technology offers two standalone bachelor of science program. The BS in computer science and the BS in cyber security program. 

My courses will always have a practical and hands-on exercises, real case scenarios, virtual attack simulation or actually building a physical system. So, for example, in my introduction to cyber security courses, student can learn how to integrate software and hardware together. If you code it this way, this is how you see the output.  

Our BS in cyber security has been designated as a NCAE program, National Excellence in Cyber Security. With the support of our advisor board members like Florida Blue, we have JU cyber ranch um platform our students are using right now. This is an enterprise level platform, and our students could be able to do the blue team red team computation by using this platform. 

I benefit from the small class sizes, because I'm not just another face. I get that one-on-one connection with my professors. I'm able to ask questions freely, and classroom discussions always feel like collaboration and not so much competition. So, I really value that. 

The most rewarding aspect of teaching for me personally is the aha moment: “Yes, I figured it out!” 

My favorite part of the cyber security program is probably the labs and the instructors. 

I would have to say the flexibility and the freedom. I'm able to carve my own path. For myself, I'm interested in the intersection between machine learning and cyber security, which is so new, but at JU professors have made it possible for me to explore that and learn that and get that hands-on practice.  

I always listen to my students and learn from them what are their goals, what they are trying to do in the future, and help them to build the way that leads them to their dreams.  

I've had a lot of instructors in my life, and the ones here genuinely, actually care about your education.  

For high school students who are considering computing and cyber security, I would encourage them to be curious. Before joining the school or even considering the program, dive into coding, learn a new language like Python, for example. Generally, if you like to fix broken things, then cyber security is a good field for you, because there’s going to be always, always a broken system that needs someone to fix it. 

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Bachelor of Science in Computing ScienceCurriculum

Our Computing Science curriculum is designed with current industry needs in mind. It ensures that graduating students are ready to take on the challenges of this dynamic and fast-paced area.

Year 1:  Experience in computer hardware and software concepts, and fundamentals of programming.

Year 2:  An in-depth study of computer networking, web programing, introduction of cybersecurity, data structure. 

Start from Year 3, students choose concentrations from Software Development, Data Science, Game Development, Cybersecurity, Finance and Technology and General Computing Science. 

Year 3: Students learn database design and development, software engineering and algorithm. Students also gain experience in system development in software engineering and project development courses. 

Year 4:  Student exposed to courses including, but not limited to, artificial intelligence, data mining, mobile app development, operating system, and various areas of cybersecurity. Student complete a senior captone course in the last year. 

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Potential Career Paths

Majoring in Computer Science program prepares students for the following positions: 

  • Software, Web or Mobile Application Developer
  • Systems administrator/manager/analyst
  • Web developer and designer
  • Software engineer
  • Database designer/developer/administrator
  • IT architect
  • Security analyst 
93%Percentage of JU computing science alumni working in the field
22%National Job Growth by 2029, much faster than the average of 4% for all occupations
62,840+Computing Science Jobs in Florida in 2020

The Possibilities are Endless

JU Computing Science students have completed internships or secured employment at companies including:

  • Baptist Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capernaum, Inc.
  • City of Jacksonville
  • Core Realty
  • CSX
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Duval County School Board
  • Florida Blue
  • Arnold S. Goldin & Associates
  • JEA
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Lockheed
  • Parsons
  • R3Global International
  • RealSense
  • Safari
  • Starfield
  • US Assure
  • US Navy
  • Vistakon
  • Web.com

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