Program option
Course-based
Information Systems Security (MEng)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
1-2 years
Credits
45 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter, Summer
Experiential learning
Co-op
Program overview
The MEng in Information Systems Security trains students to design, implement and manage the security of real-life information systems. Through applied research and academic coursework, you will examine the theories and practices currently used in the security of information systems. You will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research centres in a faculty whose areas of study include cyber forensics, database security and cryptography, among many other categories. Some examples of current research projects include quantitative models of network vulnerabilities, analysis and design of stream ciphers and security evaluations of open-source softwares.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 45 credits.
Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions.
Cybersecurity Engineering MEng (45 credits)
| 12 | credits of Core Courses: |
| 8 | credits minimum chosen from courses offered by CIISE from topic areas: E02 - Developments In Engineering E63 - Project, Report And Industrial Training E65 - Cyber-Physical Systems Security Engineering |
Remaining credits chosen from other courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science. Students shall only take one of the following courses: | |
Students may take a maximum of 9 credits from the following courses: | |
INSE 6991 and INSE 6992 shall not be taken with other courses in Topic Area E63. These two courses must be completed as industrial training under the supervision of either (i) an experienced professional at a participating company, governmental organization or a non-government organization (NGO); or (ii) a faculty member at Concordia. Students are responsible for finding their projects and must obtain the course coordinators approval prior to the start of the training. The topic should be decided by mutual agreement among the student, the supervisor, and the course coordinator. |
This program offers a co-op option — a paid, full-time internship of four or eight months where you'll put classroom learning into practice.
Admission requirements
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
FALL
July 1 (Canadian resident)
March 1 (U.S. and international)
WINTER
November 1 (Canadian resident)
July 1 (U.S. and international)
SUMMER
March 1 (Canadian resident)
November 1 (U.S. and international)
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available. Consult the list of programs open for applications.
U.S. & International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage U.S. and international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Tuition & funding
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. Course-based students may be eligible for a number of donor awards, and may consult with their department for program-specific opportunities.
Out-of-province students
Get $3,000 in special funding for non-thesis master's programs. Learn more
Other programs of interest
Engage in cutting-edge research in state-of-the-art laboratories for IT security ethics, digital copyright, computer fraud and abuse, infrastructure protection and espionage laws, privacy laws, business records, and digital forensics.
Department
Department of Cybersecurity and Intelligent Systems Engineering
Faculty
