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Cybersecurity Accreditation

The B.S. in Cybersecurity at UWF is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET. ABET is the recognized global accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and engineering technology and is among the most respected accreditation organizations in the United States.

ABET accreditation is assurance that a program meets the quality standards established by the profession for which it prepares its students.

Cybersecurity Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Cybersecurity program at UWF will be known for their accomplishments in the early stage of their careers and they should:

  • Contribute meaningfully to the protection of data assets and analysis of potential threats to systems and networks either individually or through interdisciplinary teams within a global and societal context.
  • Professionally and ethically, engage in technical or managerial cybersecurity activity through relevant ability, communication skills, and knowledge.
  • Engage in continuing professional growth through post-graduate education, continuing education, or professional activity.
  • Contribute to the economic development of the Northwest Florida region and the state of Florida.

Cybersecurity Student Learning Outcomes

The faculty has adopted the following Student Learning Outcomes for the Cybersecurity program:

  • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply the principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  • Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
  • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
  • Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
Cybersecurity Enrollment and Degree Data
Academic YearEnrollmentGraduated
2022-2023 310 47
2021-2022 306 34
2020-2021 282 29
2019-2020 256 22
2018-2019 142 3