B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity & Secure Software Development Concentration)

Use your hacking skills for good to secure software applications!
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Enhance Your Software Security Skills

The world of secure software development is a perfect outlet for students interested in using their ethical hacking skills to test server, software, and hardware security! Apps are everywhere—from phones to desktops and laptops to even watches and smart speakers. This explosion of software has created a demand for security and privacy skills among all software developers in all industries. The B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity & Secure Software Development Concentration) guides you to the right classes to identify software vulnerabilities and design your applications for security and privacy from the ground up.

UW-Stout's B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity & Secure Software Development Concentration) is designed for software developers and those who want to be programmers. Building on the core computer science and math curriculum taken by all computer science majors, the Cybersecurity & Secure Software Development Concentration teaches essential programming skills like Java, C++, and Python; experience working with Linux workstations; and basic network management and hardware skills. Combined with an industry internship and capstone project, you will be prepared to exercise your security skills on day one.

B.S. Computer Science

With hands-on experiences, you'll gain the analytical and technical skills needed to create user-friendly, graphically-based software.
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More Degree Opportunities in Cybersercurity

UW-Stout's cybersecurity programs offer a balance of networking vs programming vs mathematical courses to help you target your skills and interests. They also target different industries and job titles so you can prepare for your dream job as soon as you graduate. In addition to the B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity & Secure Software Development Concentration), you may want to consider our other related programs and concentrations: