The rapidly expanding realm of cyber security offers a wealth of career options. University of Maryland Global Campus Asia's bachelor's degree is designed to help you gain the technical skills, knowledge, and expertise you need to unlock your potential and specialize in the cyber security field of your choice.
Cyber Security
Launch a career in cyber security with a degree from UMGC Asia.
Unlock Your Career Potential with a Cyber Security Bachelor’s Degree
Why Study Cyber Security at UMGC?
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Cyber security at the forefront: At UMGC, cyber security is the focus of our program, not an aside. We offer a cyber security bachelor's degrees with subjects ranging from digital forensics to cyber policy.
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Cutting-edge curriculum: Our cyber security curriculum is continually updated and designed with input from leading employers and cyber security experts. Taught by faculty in the know: Many UMGC cyber security faculty members are experts in the field, providing you access to industry leaders.
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Global campus: UMGC was founded to meet the needs of working adults. Take courses online knowing that your education is backed by the reputation of a public state university.
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Hands-on experience: UMGC's virtual cyber security lab gives students the opportunity to attack and defend online in a safe and secure environment.
Cybersecurity Program Designation
UMGC has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security and as a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the Defense Cyber Crime Center Academic Cyber Curriculum Alliance.



Award-Winning Achievements
- Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Program | University of Maryland Global Campus | SC Magazine | 2019
- Academia Circle of Excellence Award | University of Maryland Global Campus | EC-Council | 2018
- Best Cybersecurity Higher Education Program | University of Maryland Global Campus | SC Magazine | 2018
- Military Times No. 4 Best Cybersecurity Program for 2018 | Military Times | 2018
Cyber Security Quick Facts
Source: Ponemon Institute and IBM | "2017 Cost of Data Breach Study: Global Overview" | 2017
Source: Burning Glass International | Job Market Intelligence: Cyber Security Jobs 2015 | 2015
Source: CyberSeek | "Cybersecurity Supply/Demand Heat Map" | 2019