Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
The cybersecurity and digital forensics program is a specialized track within Trevecca’s information technology, information systems and computer science Bachelor of Science degrees. In this track of study, students develop skills in authentication, forensics, encryption and cryptography that allow them to create network plans which meet the data security needs of various organizations.
Program Benefits
- Graduate with the skills you need to be competitive in the job market.
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Take advantage of incredible internships and jobs available in the exciting Nashville market.
What to Expect
You can enroll in Trevecca’s specialized track in cybersecurity and digital forensics if you are pursuing your Bachelor of Science in information technology, your Bachelor of Science in information systems or your Bachelor of Science in computer science. This track gives you the skills you need for a career in the exciting and growing industry of cybersecurity.
In the program, you’ll develop skills in authentication, encryption and cryptography that allow you to create comprehensive network security plans that meet the unique needs of organizations. Your digital forensics training will teach you to identify, analyze and solve security threats. In addition, your degree will equip you to be an effective communicator and a creative and technical problem solver. The project-oriented curriculum in this program also leads to a professional portfolio that can be used to demonstrate your knowledge and experience to potential employers.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.
Career Opportunities
With a specialized degree in cybersecurity and digital forensics, you’ll be ready to enter a career with incredible earning potential and job security. Cybersecurity professionals consistently earn well above the median salary for college graduates, so your degree positions you for financial and professional success. In addition, the demand for security analysts continues to increase as nearly every type of modern business has the need for data security. Not only will you be part of an in-demand industry, but you’ll have the skills to serve in a wide array of organizations and settings.