University of Maryland Eastern Shore

What you'll study

The program requires 36 credits distributed as 12 credits of core technology courses, 21 credits of electives, and a 3-credit seminar. At least 18 credits must be at the 600-level or above, and students must maintain a minimum B average.

• Core (select 12 credits): ETCS 600 Statistical Applications for Technology; ETCS 606 Applied Research for Technology; ETCS 620 Project Management for Technology; ETCS 687 Legal and Ethical Issues in Cybersecurity.
• Electives (select 21 credits): ETCS 625 Lean Management Principles for Cyber Systems; ETCS 630 Introduction to Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems; ETCS 635 Introduction to Cybersecurity and Cryptography Applications; ETCS 640 Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Cybersecurity; ETCS 645 Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity; ETCS 650 Capital Project Cost Analysis for Cyber Systems; ETCS 678 Mobile Wireless Networking and Security; ETCS 680 Networking Technology for Industry; ETCS 681 System Integrity for Cybersecurity; ETCS 682 Cybersecurity Administration; ETCS 683 Network Intrusion, Detection and Incidence Response; ETCS 685 Fundamentals of Network Security; ETCS 686 Advanced Network Security; ETCS 688 Contemporary Issues in Cybersecurity.
• Seminar (3 credits): ETCS 690 Master’s Seminar, which requires submission of a seminar research paper.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in a technology-related field (examples listed include Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software or Computer Engineering, Networking, Information Security) though degrees in non-technical fields may be considered. Admission also requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose; applicants should demonstrate a strong academic record.

Career prospects

Course objectives and learning outcomes emphasize practical capabilities: evaluating organizational cybersecurity needs, assessing risk-management policies, measuring and troubleshooting security systems, implementing real-time defenses, and designing short- and long-term security strategies. These competencies align with operational and technical roles such as cybersecurity engineer, network security specialist, incident responder, security analyst, and positions focused on protecting critical infrastructure and industrial control systems.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program text does not list specific scholarships. Prospective students should investigate university-wide graduate funding, departmental awards, assistantships, employer tuition support, and external scholarships for cybersecurity and STEM graduate students. Applying early and providing a strong statement of purpose and recommendations improves competitiveness for limited funding opportunities.