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M.A.SC. in Information Systems Security

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Program Objectives

The academic aim of this Master of Applied Science (M.A.Sc.) program is to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, cutting-edge technologies, expertise and best practices to be security architects capable of designing, implementing, analyzing and managing the security of real-life information systems. Second, the program will put the emphasis on helping each individual acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to maximize his or her potential as a researcher in information systems security. Students will engage in applied research and academic course of study examining existing theory and ways in which these influence the security of information systems. Financial support may be provided by a thesis advisor in certain cases. This program has a Co-op option. For details each student should contact his/her academic advisor.

 

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the Master of Applied Science in Information Systems Security must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent in:

  • Computer Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Any engineering or science discipline provided that the student has a strong background in information systems

Admission into the program is competitive and only applicants with high academic standing will be considered.

 

Requirements for Completion

  1. Program of Study. The student will follow the proposed course sequence. In addition, s/he must consult with his/her supervisor for selecting a research topic. See item 5.
  2. Credits. A fully qualified candidate is required to successfully complete a minimum of 45 credits. Additional credits may be required in some cases.
  3. Courses. Students must take a total of 20 credits of course work in the topic area E69 Information Systems Security. In order to graduate, students must have a CGPA of at least 3.00.
  4. Thesis. Students must complete a 25-credit thesis as part of their degree requirements. The thesis must represent the results of the student's independent work after admission to the program.
  5. Students have the option to do the thesis work within the industrial milieu through the Institute of Cooperative Education. Companies that participated in our co-op program include IBM, SAP, Bombardier, Pratt & Whitney, Novatek, CGI, Lotto Quebec, VIA Rail Canada, and more.

 

E69 - Topic Area: Information Systems Security (Course Description)

  • INSE 6110 Foundations of Cryptography
  • INSE 6120 Crypto-Protocol and Network Security
  • INSE 6130 Operating Systems Security
  • INSE 6140 Middleware and Application Security
  • INSE 6150 Security Evaluation Methodologies

E62 - Thesis and Comprehensive Examination

  • INSE 8901 Master of Applied Science Research and Thesis

 
 

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