The Kepha Institute Online Master of Arts in Cybersecurity (MACS) program inherits CIU’s century-old tradition of education, focusing on the integration of professional skills and a foundation of truth. Adhering to a unique holistic education philosophy, it aims to cultivate cybersecurity talents with “truth-based values” + “both soft and hard skills.”
The curriculum is designed around two core guiding principles: first, staying at the cutting edge of technology; and second, emphasizing systematic training. The course content remains consistently aligned with the real-world industrial landscape, while placing strong emphasis on cultivating fundamental competencies and fostering systematic thinking. We prioritize practical efficacy and application, striving to empower students to translate their learning into real-world practice and to master exceptional professional skills for solving problems in authentic scenarios.
The teaching method combines pre-recorded video courses with real-time interactive courses, with interactive teaching in both Chinese and English to help students adapt to and master cybersecurity operations in an English environment. For zero-based students without an IT background, special bridge courses are set up to assist in the transition of cross-major capabilities.
The program has excellent faculty, all with doctoral degrees and based on the forefront of industry technology development, adhering to the values of truth, and willing to lead students to make progress and growth in professional ability and life character!
Real-time online face-to-face courses to establish effective interaction between professors and students
Recorded video courses explain basic concepts, theories, methods, and models
Rich reading materials allow students to access cutting-edge cases, new theories, and new technologies.
The content and form of assignments are rich and diverse, helping students effectively combine theory and practice
Provide online groups for students and teachers, where you can communicate with students and teachers at any time
Accessibility-Focused Introduction: Bilingual Interactive Instruction (Pre-recorded lectures are delivered in English with Chinese subtitles, while weekly Q&A sessions are conducted in Chinese). This approach helps students adapt to and master cybersecurity operations within an English-speaking environment. For students with zero prior knowledge and a non-IT background, specialized “bridge courses” are provided to facilitate a smooth transition of skills across disciplines.
Application-based admission: No need to spend time and effort preparing for the joint entrance examination, focusing on the practical application of what you have learned
Affordable tuition: Thanks to the dedication of professors and the support of donors, cost-effective tuition is achieved. Pay for one course at a time, without having to pay all tuition fees at once.
Authoritative Accreditation: Graduates can obtain a degree accredited by an authoritative U.S. accrediting agency
Flexible learning: The combination of online recorded courses and face-to-face interactive courses with professors allows for flexible and free time, suitable for on-the-job learning
High-quality faculty: The teaching professors are internationalized, all with doctoral degrees and located at the forefront of the industry, with rich academic, teaching and practical experience.
Expand your territory: The global alumni network of a century-old school, with the same foundation of truth and values, expands the territory of life in relationship connections
Focus on practical combat: The curriculum comprehensively covers all modules in the field of cybersecurity, and the content develops in sync with the industry’s cutting-edge technologies, with special emphasis on practical technology training.
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The Master of Cybersecurity program requires applicants to have a bachelor’s degree in technical disciplines such as computer science, computer engineering, information systems, electrical engineering, or related majors.
To address any gaps in foundational knowledge among applicants from fields other than those mentioned above, academic advisors will guide students to enroll in bridge courses. Each bridge course spans 16 weeks per semester. (Applicants from other academic backgrounds are also welcome to apply, provided they are comfortable working with computers.)
| Master of Cybersecurity Bridge Courses (9 credits in total) | |
|---|---|
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Fundamentals of Computer Science |
3 |
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Applied Operating Systems |
3 |
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Applied Computer Network |
3 |
The total credits required for the Master of Cybersecurity program are 30 credits, with a total of 10 professional courses. All courses last 16 weeks per semester. Before graduating with a Master of Cybersecurity, you need to participate in relevant professional certificate exams.
| Master of Cybersecurity Professional Courses (30 credits in total) | |
|---|---|
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Computer Networks (C) |
3 |
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Scripting Languages (C) |
3 |
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Cybersecurity Law and Ethics (C) |
3 |
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Foundations of Cryptography (C) |
3 |
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Computer and Network Security (C) |
3 |
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Operating Systems (C) |
3 |
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Database Management Concepts and Systems (C) |
3 |
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Network Penetrating, Testing and Ethical Hacking (C) |
3 |
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Digital Forensics (C) |
3 |
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Computer Architecture (C) |
3 |
Note: The curriculum may be slightly adjusted, please refer to the course selection notice after admission
The college offers special tuition fees for students from China and developing countries and regions; pay for 1 course at a time, without having to pay for all courses at once
Estimated tuition fee: US$9,000, approximately 60,000 RMB.
*For major courses and bridge courses, the normal tuition is $1800 USD/course (3 credits), and a special tuition of $630 USD/course (3 credits) is offered to students from China and developing countries and regions.
*Tuition is an estimate under the current conditions, and the school has the right to change tuition prices due to administrative or uncontrollable factors. The specific tuition is subject to the current registration.
The program has financial aid, and the specific policy is based on the notification of each semester after enrollment:
A total of 10 courses, each course lasts 16 weeks per semester
A total of 3 courses, each course lasts 16 weeks per semester
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The world of cybersecurity is vast. Within the corporate sector, you can work as a security engineer, product consultant, or risk management officer; alternatively, you can pivot toward fields such as education, non-profit organizations, or the advancement of public safety. With conviction, you can even combine your technical expertise with your personal calling to serve society and contribute to public-interest digital security.
The Kepha Cybersecurity Program aspires to serve as a bridge to your dreams; through a comprehensive curriculum, dedicated mentorship, an ethical perspective, and real-world project experience, we will empower you to forge your own unique career path.
May you always remain true to your original aspirations, and continue to explore, practice, and grow.
May you become a light, illuminating the dim corners of the digital world;
May you become the salt that awakens goodness and righteousness amidst technology and the humanities.
In recent years, the economic situation has been poor, industry demand has shrunk, and job supply has been tight. In the face of difficulties, “one specialization with multiple skills” has become the key. The depth of emerging technologies and the breadth of traditional technologies are indispensable. I believe that opportunities favor those who are prepared, humble, diligent and lifelong learners.
The Kepha Cybersecurity Master’s program focuses on cultivating students’ professional knowledge and holistic literacy, not only improving professional depth, but also shaping students from confidence, character, critical thinking and other aspects, so that they have the comprehensive ability to cope with an uncertain era.
The professors are known for their solid theory and superb practical skills, especially in practical fields such as offensive and defensive combat, and are by no means just talking on paper. As an institution that combines truth and professional depth, professors are committed to helping students achieve professional improvement and life transformation, re-anchor the direction of life in an extremely uncertain era, and explore the meaning of career and life in professional services.
School start time: The school starts in spring, summer and autumn every year, which are early January, early May and late August respectively.
Each semester is 16 weeks, and each course lasts 16 weeks.
The maximum duration for all courses is 7 years.
Bridge Course
16 weeks/course, 16 weeks per semester
Professional courses
16 weeks/course, 16 weeks per semester
Students in this program who meet all course requirements and complete their studies will receive
