Master Program in Cybersecurity
⸺ The Master’s in Cybersecurity at MUST University is a forward-looking, industry-driven program designed to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity experts, strategists, and leaders.
Delivered entirely in English and inspired by the North American higher education model, the program combines rigorous academic foundations with immersive, hands-on training powered by AI-enhanced labs and simulations.
Students develop advanced technical expertise while also building the strategic, managerial, and ethical competencies required to secure modern organizations in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
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The Master’s in Cybersecurity at MUST University is a forward-looking, industry-driven program designed to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity experts, strategists, and leaders.
Delivered entirely in English and inspired by the North American higher education model, the program combines rigorous academic foundations with immersive, hands-on training powered by AI-enhanced labs and simulations.
Students develop advanced technical expertise while also building the strategic, managerial, and ethical competencies required to secure modern organizations in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Specialization Tracks
Students tailor their learning experience by choosing one of three high-demand specialization tracks:
- Offensive Security
Ethical hacking, penetration testing, malware analysis, red teaming, and digital forensics.
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), cybersecurity frameworks, auditing, and regulatory strategy.
- Defensive Cybersecurity Architectures
Secure system design, cloud and network security, SOC operations, and critical infrastructure protection.
The program integrates real-world case studies, cyber labs, AI-powered simulations, international certification pathways, a capstone project, and a professional internship in Tunisia or abroad — ensuring graduates are fully operational and career-ready.
Who Should Apply?
The program is designed for motivated students with a strong interest in technology and innovation. Eligible applicants include:
- Holders of a Bachelor’s or Engineering degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Networking & Telecommunications, or related fields
- Candidates with strong English proficiency, as the program is delivered entirely in English
- Motivated professionals with analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and readiness for intensive applied learning
The program is designed to enable students to:
- Master Core Cybersecurity Foundations
Cryptography, secure network and cloud architectures, threat modeling, and applied security engineering - Develop Advanced Technical Competencies
Offensive and defensive security operations, threat intelligence, DevSecOps, and secure software practices - Lead Strategically at the Executive Level
Cyber risk governance, compliance frameworks, ethical leadership, and security program management - Engage in Active, Applied Learning
Real-world use cases, cyber ranges, AI-assisted simulations, and collaborative labs - Specialize for Professional Impact
A focused track, capstone project, and structured internship ensure graduates transition seamlessly into industry roles
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing and most resilient career sectors worldwide.
- 4.76 million global cybersecurity workforce gap
- 15–20% annual growth across the MENA region
- Millions of cyber threats mitigated annually across North Africa
Graduates of the program are prepared to pursue high-level roles such as:
- Security Systems & Network Architect
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester
- Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Senior SOC Analyst
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Security & Risk Manager
The program equips graduates with both deep technical expertise and strategic leadership capabilities — positioning them for rapid career advancement locally and internationally.
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| UEF 1 | Information System Security | UEF 1 | ||
| UEF 2 | Distributed Systems & Applications | UEF 2 | ||
| UEF 3.1 | Enterprise Threat and Vulnerability Assessment | UEF 3.1 | ||
| UEF 3.2 | Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking | UEF 3.2 | ||
| UEO 4.1 | Cryptographic Algorithms and Protocols | UEO 4.1 | ||
| UEO 4.2 | Securing Software Development Pipelines | UEO 4.2 | ||
| UET 5.1 | Effective Technical communication | UET 5.1 | ||
| UET 5.2 | Sustainability & social responsibility in IT Systems | UET 5.2 |
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| MATH 112 | Math II | UEF 210 | ||
| CS 141 | Data structures & algorithms | UEF 220 | ||
| CS 203 | Introduction to operating systems | UEF 230 | ||
| CS 231 | Introduction to databases | UEF 240 | ||
| ENG 121 | English composition | UET 210 | ||
| COM 131 | Public Speaking Seminar | UET 210 |
Semester 3 (Operational Offensive Security Track)
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| MATH 270 | Probability & statistics | UEF 310 | ||
| CS 342 | Algorithms & Complexity | UEF 320 | ||
| CS 328 | OO Software design & construction | UEF 330 | ||
| CS 411 | Computer Networks | UEF 340 | ||
| COM 225 | Business & Technical Communication | UET 310 | ||
| CS 321 | Principles of software engineering | UEO 310 |
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| CS 336 | Data warehousing & management | UEF 410 | ||
| CS 425 | Web application development | UEF 420 | ||
| CS 428 | Software Testing & quality assurance | UEF 430 | ||
| CS 481 | Artificial intelligence | UEF 440 | ||
| PHIL 222 | Contemporary Issues in Data Ethics | UET 410 | ||
| CS 370 | Human Computer Interaction | UEO 410 |
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| CS 455 | Cloud computing | UEF 510 | ||
| CS 426 | Mobile application development | UEF 520 | ||
| CS 412 | Computer security | UEF 530 | ||
| CS 423 | Software architecture & design patterns | UEF 540 | ||
| CS 488 | Applied AI for Software Engineers | UEO 510 | ||
| MGMT 322 | Project management | UET 510 |
| Course Code | Course Title | UE | ||
| ISS 321 | Capstone project/Internship (Stage de fin d’études) | UEF 610 |
Beyond the Master’s degree, MUST University actively supports students in earning globally recognized cybersecurity certifications.
Each student benefits from:
- A dedicated academic and professional mentor
- Personalized certification planning aligned with career goals
- Structured preparation pathways integrated into coursework
- Free access to leading online learning platforms and cyber labs
Students can pursue industry-recognized credentials from leading global technology providers and cybersecurity organizations, enhancing employability and international mobility. Specifically, students have access to the following certifications:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) — Foundations
- Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)
- Certified Network Defender (CND)
- EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Preparation
By graduation, students are not only academically qualified — they are professionally validated, industry-ready, and globally competitive
Graduates of the program benefit from extensive academic mobility and international progression pathways:
- Participation in Erasmus+ mobility programs across Europe
- Student exchange programs with leading European institutions, including:
- EPITA (France)
- EFREI (France)
- Steinbeis University (Germany)
- Double-degree pathways with Steinbeis University (Germany)
- 1+1 transfer programs with partner universities in the United States (Lawrence Tech, Michigan, University of Central Missouri, Oakland University) or in the United Kingdom.
- American Semester Abroad Program (ASAP) at Oakland University (Michigan, USA)
- Merit-based scholarship opportunities for high-achieving students at partner institutions
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