EC-Council University’s (ECCU) online Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security completer program offers transformative education that accelerates your career growth in cyber security.
Sharpen your working knowledge of critical cyber security aspects, learn from cyber security experts at your own pace, earn multiple industry-recognized certifications, and capitalize on the increasing demand for versatile and highly skilled cyber security professionals with a bachelor’s degree in cyber security.
Sharpen your skills and expand your knowledge of tools used for vulnerability assessment, pen testing, and ethical hacking.
Acquire specialized skills in analyzing IT system security, identifying weaknesses, and recommending remediation strategies.
Secure various operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS, by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing relevant safeguards.
Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation protocols, and ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.
Augment your technical skill set with improved communication, leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities.
Access a robust learning framework when you join ECCU’s Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security program.
Courses that offer an in-depth study of crucial cyber security domains.
Courses that deepen your expertise in the core technical cyber security disciplines.
Courses that expand your business acumen and communication skills.
The program’s curriculum features 20 expansive courses taught by ECCU’s globally renowned faculty of cyber security practitioners.
This course provides an in-depth exploration of risk management in information systems by leveraging cyber threat intelligence. You will examine core concepts of cyber threat intelligence and its critical role in risk management. The course will guide you through the stages of a cyber-attack, helping you identify vulnerabilities and design effective defensive strategies.
* You can attempt the Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) certification exam after completing this course.
This course focuses on helping you acquire the skills, knowledge, and capabilities to make valuable contributions to a SOC team. It covers the fundamentals of SOC operations, log management and correlation, SIEM deployment, advanced incident detection, and incident response. Additionally, you will learn to manage various SOC processes and collaborate with CSIRT during times of need.
* You can attempt the Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification exam after completing this course.
This course equips you with the skills to analyze internal and external security threats to organizational networks. You will learn how to create and implement security controls and policies to mitigate security threats. Key topics include network security, hacking methodologies, defense countermeasures, virtualized IT environments, and cyber threat intelligence.
* You can attempt the Certified Network Defender (CND) certification exam after completing this course.
This course gives you deep insights into the current cyber security landscape and the types of sophisticated attacks on IT systems conducted by cyber-criminals. By learning to think like a malicious actor, you’ll know how to take pre-emptive measures and thwart cyber-attacks before they occur.
* You can attempt the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam after completing this course.
This course empowers your understanding of system forensics, investigation, and incident response. It covers key concepts in digital evidence collection, strict data handling, and forensic acquisition techniques. You will explore tools and methods for electronic data recovery, disk drive characteristics, and file system analysis using Autopsy and Sleuth Kit. The course also covers advanced topics such as file carving, anti-forensic techniques, network forensics, and the investigation of email, web applications, databases, and mobile devices.
* You can attempt the Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) certification exam after completing this course.
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* You can attempt the Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AI|E) certification exam after completing this course.
This course introduces you to the field of social psychology, specifically to understand how other people influence our behavior. It provides a general overview of human behavior in a social matrix. It also explores topics and concepts such as social psychology research, the self, prejudice and discrimination, attraction, relationships, aggression, socialization, and conformity.
ECCU’s online bachelor’s degree in cyber security gives you a solid foundation of skills and knowledge to protect an organization’s data and information systems from sophisticated cyberattacks, positioning you for success in several job roles.
1 in 2 ECCU graduates earn annual salaries exceeding $100,000 upon completing their program.
Organizations offer highly competitive salaries and pay hikes to recruit and retain qualified professionals skilled in vital cyber security disciplines.
At ECCU, we understand that the cost of higher education can be a challenge for many, which is why we offer a range of scholarships and grants to support your academic journey. For example, the Cyber Security Dean’s Scholarship is awarded to deserving students who are academically gifted and dedicated to making their educational experience a success.
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Get the unrestricted advantages of ECCU’s acclaimed Learning Management System (LMS) when you join the Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security program. Our platform offers a fluid, user-friendly UI that seamlessly integrates your library of learning resources and program activities into an engaging virtual classroom you can access anytime, anywhere. Here’s what you’ll experience:
ECCU’s online programs empower driven professionals to turn their aspirations into reality and achieve their career dreams.
ECCU graduates land jobs in leading organizations after completing the program.
ECCU graduates mention that the programs have had a demonstrable impact on their career growth.
ECCU graduates say that the knowledge and skills acquired from the programs are regularly applied at work.
Within six months of completing the program, our graduates transition into new roles, secure promotions, or experience salary progression.
ECCU graduates successfully transition into new job roles within six months of program completion.
More than half of ECCU graduates secure positions with annual salaries exceeding $100,000.
Submit the application form along with relevant documents for this online cyber security bachelor’s degree.
The Admissions Team evaluates your documents, transcripts, and diplomas to determine eligibility.
Sign the official Student Enrollment Agreement after paying the tuition fee.
Attend an online orientation session that guides you through the program.
Clear the final exams of each course, accompanying assessment, and the Capstone project to acquire credits.
Earn up to 6 industry-recognized EC-Council certifications.
Graduate with your bachelor’s degree in cyber security.
Get expert career guidance and resume-building assistance from ECCU.
Experience a seamless and hassle-free admission process when you enroll in this Master of Science in Cyber Security program. From your first question to your first class, our dedicated Enrollment Advisors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Yes. ECCU’s Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (BSCS) program is 100% online, with a curriculum and learning format designed to maximize flexibility and convenience.
It’s the second half of a bachelor’s degree for students who already have an associate degree or about 60 college credits. Your earlier credits cover the first half, and you complete the remaining 60 credits online. At ECCU, that’s 20 courses.
Most students finish in about two years. You can graduate faster by using transfer credits and maintaining continuous enrollment.
Start with the credits you already have. A degree completion program like ECCU’s builds on an associate degree or 60+ credits. Then transfer any additional credits and enroll continuously.
Yes. BS and BSc both stand for Bachelor of Science. ECCU awards a Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security.
An associate degree or at least 60 transferable semester credits (at least 25% general education), passing grades in a college-level English course and a college-level Math course, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent, and proof of English proficiency if you’re an international applicant.
Not to the bachelor’s program directly. It requires an associate degree or 60+ college credits. An advisor can guide you through ways to earn qualifying credits first.
The 60 credits required for admission, plus up to 30 more, for a maximum of 90 of the 120 credits needed to graduate. Up to 15 of those can come from EC-Council certifications.
Yes. Up to 15 credits can come from EC-Council certifications you already hold. The Admissions Department reviews each certification before you enroll. See the transfer credit policy.
Tuition is $465 per credit hour, or $27,900 for the 60 credits you complete at ECCU. Other fees: a one-time $35 application fee, a $50 technology fee per term, and a $50 lab fee per certification course. See tuition and fees.
No. ECCU is not a Title IV institution, so U.S. federal student aid isn’t available. However, U.S. students can avail student loans offered by Edly, interest-free payment plans (three installments per term), scholarships for eligible students, and transfer credit that lowers your total cost.
ECCU’s BSCS program includes up to six industry-recognized certifications: Certified Network Defender (CND), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA), Certified SOC Analyst (CSA), and Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AIE). The exam vouchers are included in tuition. AIE depends on taking the CIS 299 elective.
Yes. EC-Council University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). ECCU is part of EC-Council, which created the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) credential.
It can be. The BLS projects 21% job growth for information security analysts from 2025 to 2035 and lists a bachelor’s degree as the typical entry-level education. A degree with built-in certifications and hands-on lab practice also validates practical, real-world cybersecurity skills and knowledge.
Earning a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity may qualify you for roles such as security analyst, SOC analyst, network security engineer, penetration tester, computer forensic analyst, and risk and vulnerability analyst, among others.
No. ECCU’s program is designed for working adults, with coursework that fits around a full-time job. Experience in IT, the military, or other relevant fields can translate well to security roles.
Yes. ECCU’s bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity is a 100% online program, structured to suit the requirements and schedules of busy working professionals.
If you’re eligible, yes. Eligibility requires full-time enrollment, 90 earned credits, a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, and the Dean’s approval. ECCU matches eligible students to pre-qualified roles, but an internship isn’t guaranteed.
Many BSCS graduates continue to ECCU’s online Master of Science in Cyber Security, which offers five specializations.
