College to offer advanced cybersecurity degree

TAMPA — The University of Tampa will offer a master's degree in cybersecurity staring this fall.

The program, according to a statement from the university, will prepare individuals to become proficient in ensuring the confidentiality, availability and integrity of data; preserve and restore systems; and develop risk management skills.

The master's in cybersecurity will be offered by the Sykes College of Business. Students may choose between thesis and non-thesis tracks. The thesis track will enable students to earn credentials to pursue doctoral studies or research-oriented consulting work in the growing cybersecurity field, UT officials say. A cybersecurity graduate certificate and an M.B.A. cybersecurity concentration will also be offered.