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Cyber Science - BSc (Hons)

Cyber Science

Degree: Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Full-time formats: 
• 4 Year
• 5-Year Co-op

Part-time format:
N/A

Requirements:
Grades-Only


Grade range:

Low 80s

Faculty:
Faculty of Science


Experiential learning:
Co-op available

 

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Is this degree for you?

Cybersecurity is a growing concern for businesses, governments and populations around the world. Combine technology with business, law, ethics, policy and human behaviour and be prepared to navigate the complex landscape of cyber threats and solutions. In the Cyber Science degree program, you’ll develop knowledge and skills to write secure code, analyze system vulnerabilities, apply cryptography, and design secure systems, as well as how to bridge the gap between technology, society and business. You’ll build a strong technical and computational foundation in these areas, and explore how they work together in the digital world.

 Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available

Gain valuable experience before graduation through optional paid co-op opportunities, labs, immersive workshops, competitions and projects. You'll work with faculty experts, industry and community partners and the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at TMU, where you can apply your studies and even run mock cyber attacks — and defend against them too. With your understanding of both the technical aspects of cybersecurity and your ability to communicate how technology can be influenced, you’ll be well prepared to make a lasting impact in an emerging field.

Career possibilities:

  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • Digital forensics specialist
  • Incident response specialist
  • Privacy officer
  • Security policy and compliance specialist

Employer possibilities:

  • Banks
  • Telecommunications companies
  • Department of National Defence
  • Technology companies

Further education:

  • Computer Science (MSc)
  • Cybersecurity (MC)
  • Law

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Introducing a new program at TMU

"The introduction of the Bachelor of Science in Cyber Science introduces an interdisciplinary approach to the topic of cybersecurity by creating more graduates who can 'speak both tech and business' and who can work comfortably alongside experts in social, legal, ethical, business and technological domains to help address some of our ongoing cybersecurity challenges as well as those we anticipate within the evolving technical landscape."

Randy Purse, Senior Advisor, Cybersecurity Training and Education, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst

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Requirements

This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.

Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program

To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:

  • Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
  • Completion of the following required Grade 12 U courses (minimum grade of 70% in each):
  • English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • One of Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) (preferred) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)

An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available).

Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.



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Fees and funding

Tuition and fees range 2025-2026

For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.

Full-time format:

Ontario: $7,284 - $9,796
Out-of-province: $8,823 - $11,954
International: $36,815 - $36,875


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Faculty of Science

Welcome to Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Faculty of Science, a powerhouse of leading-edge applied research and education located in the heart of downtown Toronto. Our 8 undergraduate programs are a careful blend of scientific theory and experience, each leading to an Honours Bachelor of Science university degree. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow your knowledge, connect the dots and learn new skills in an innovative and collaborative scientific community at TMU.

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