The Minor in Applied Cybersecurity provides non-engineering students an opportunity to specialize in cybersecurity systems and applications relevant to information security. The majority of the courses are delivered online.
To declare a Minor in Applied Cybersecurity students must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative KU GPA and be a degree seeking student.
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| ITEC 301 | Survey of Information Systems | 3 |
| ITEC 302 | Python, Algorithms, and Data Structures | 3 |
| ITEC 303 | Discrete Math for Information Technology Professionals | 3 |
| ITEC 340 | Computer and Information Security | 3 |
| ITEC 422 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| Emerging Technologies in Cybersecurity | |
| Information Security Management | |
| Operating Systems | |
| Network Security | |
| Cyber Defense and Countermeasures | |
| Testing and Vulnerability Analysis | |
| Social and Professional Issues | |
| Information Security Law and Policy | |
| Total Hours | 18 |
Minor Hours & Minor GPA
While completing all required courses, minors must also meet each of the following hour and GPA minimum standards:
Minor Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of minor courses.
Minor Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 9 hours of KU resident credit in the minor.
Minor Junior/Senior (300+) Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 9 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the minor.
Minor Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA in all courses in the minor. GPA calculations include all courses in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. All minor courses must be taken for a grade, credit/no credit is not permitted.
