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Table of Contents

  • Why Study in Canada?
  • Why Study Masters in Cyber Security in Canada?
  • MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Program Structure
    • Course Duration
    • Course Content
  • Masters in Cyber Security in Canada: Top Universities
  • MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Eligibility Criteria
    • Academic Criteria
    • English Language Requirement
    • Work Experience
    • Document Checklist:
    • Canadian Student Visa
    • Document Requirement
  • MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Scholarships
  • MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Career Prospects

Thinking of doing a Masters in Cyber Security from Canada? If yes, then without hesitation start planning because it will turn out to be one of the best decisions of your life. You will get to study and work in an environment that will open doors of opportunities for you in the future.

In this blog, we will delve into the world of Cyber Security in Canada and look at everything you need to know if you are planning to get your masters in cyber security from Canada.

So, without further ado let’s get into it!

Why Study in Canada?

Well, like you many wonder the same. One of the main reasons is you’ll receive an internationally recognised education from some of the world’s best educators and academics. Canada is known for its top-notch universities, cost-effective education, a plethora of courses to choose from, ultramodern research facilities, new and trendy technological equipment and prosperous job opportunities. Canada also has the lowest cost of education among English-speaking countries. 

In terms of employability, it is also an attractive choice. Canada is considered one of the top employers and offers attractive job opportunities. The country also has a relatively easy immigration policy which just makes the whole notion more appealing.

Moreover, Canada is the best place to work and study, and students in Canada enjoy a high standard of living. In fact, Canada ranks #1 in the world when it comes to quality of life. And cultural diversity is just the cherry on top.

Why Study Masters in Cyber Security in Canada?

Canada proves to be an ideal place to secure your postgraduate degree in cyber security as there’s a huge demand for a cyber security professional there. It is the home to some of the top universities for cyber security in the world as well.

 The cyber security sector is expected to reach 174 billion dollars by the end of 2024 and it has emerged as the largest and fastest-growing services sector. Also, the cyber security sector will see a growth of 31% in employment by 2029. Thus, studying there means a promising future. So, if you are one of the students who wish to live and work in Canada after completing their education then pursuing a Masters in Cyber Security is the way to go.

Now that this is out of the way, let’s move to the program structure.

MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Program Structure

Cyber security is the practice of protecting systems, networks and programs from any type of cyber/digital attacks. It is a field of Information Technology. There are multiple ways to earn a master degree in cyber security in Canada, you can go for:

  • MEng in Cyber Security
  • MS in Cyber Security
  • MASc in Cyber Security 
  • MSc in Cyber Security

Course Duration

Typically, a masters degree in Cyber Security in Canada lasts for about 1 to 2 years. It highly depends on the course and the university you will choose. 

Course Content

The exact list of content covered in the cyber security course again depends on your course and university choice. However, typically these are the primary area that a masters in cyber security deal with:

  • Application and information security
  • Cryptography
  • Disaster recovery
  • Network security

Some subjects that the degree cover are:

  • Ethical hacking
  • Analytics
  • Information assurance
  • Cyber laws, etc.

Masters in Cyber Security in Canada: Top Universities

University  Program  Tuition Fees Duration
Conestoga University
  • Computer Development Security (Optional Co-op)
  • CA$17262
  • 1 year
Concordia University
  • Master of Applied Cyber Security (MACSes)
  • Information Systems Security (MEng)
  • CA$8418
  • 2 years
University of New Brunswick
  • Master in Applied Cyber Security
  • Master of Computer Science
  • CA$ 26,381
  • 1 year
Ontario Tech University
  • Information Technology Security (Master)
  • CA$37,950
  • 2 years 
New York Institute of Technology
  • Cyber Security (MS)
  • CA$49,068
  • 2 years
University of Calgary
  • Computer Science (MSc)
  • Information Security and Privacy (Masters)
  • CA$27,176
  • CA$13,597
  • 2 years
  • 1 year

MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Eligibility Criteria

Meeting the admission requirements is extremely important if you want to do cyber security masters in Canada.  While every university has different eligibility criteria, we have compiled a list of general requirements below:

Academic Criteria

Applicants are required to have a GPA score of more than 3.0 on a 4.3 scale in a bachelors in computer science, cyber security or a related field. 

English Language Requirement

Applicants that belong to countries that don’t have English as their first language need to give an English language proficiency test. The applicants go for IELTS, TOEFL or PTE, these are some of the widely acceptable tests worldwide. The minimum required band score for IELTS is 6.0 or more.

Work Experience

Although not necessary, it can help boost your chances of getting accepted by the university. 

Document Checklist:

These are the documents you need to complete your registration for master’s degree:

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Bachelor’s degree 
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • GMAT/GRE score
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letter of Reference (if required)
  • Financial Statement
  • ID/Passport
  • CV/Resume

If you are looking for someone to help you with the application process then do contact Edvise Hub, we can guarantee with our consultant’s assistance you will get the acceptance letter from your chosen university.

Canadian Student Visa

Another major requirement that you need to fulfil is getting a Canadian Student Visa. On the brighter side chances of getting a student visa acceptance from Canada is quite high. The application process for the Canadian Student Visa is briefly explained below.

Document Requirement

  • Acceptance Letter and the application
  • Identity proof: Passport and two passport-size photographs
  • Financial Statement 
  • Letter of Explanation
  • Quebec Acceptance Certification (CAQ) if planning to study in Quebec.
  • Immigration Medical Examination (IME)
  • Application fee: CA$150

The Canadian Government started the Student Direct Stream to ensure that visa applications from certain countries can be processed faster. Usually, the processing time is up to 2-3 months, while SDS allows international students to receive student visas within 4 to 6 weeks and some even receive their student visa within 20 calendar days.

MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Scholarships

Even though Canada is cheaper than other English- speaking countries, it is still not considered cheap. But, fortunately for international students, there are plenty of scholarships available in Canada. Below you will find some of the scholarship opportunities that you can apply to.

  • Ontario Graduate Scholarship
  • (ISC) Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships
  • ISC Graduate Scholarships
  • QS Leadership Scholarship
  • Aga Khan Foundation Scholarships

MS in Cyber Security in Canada: Career Prospects

As I mentioned above there is a huge demand for skilled professionals in Cyber Security. The number of jobs for cyber security continues to grow year after year and this trend is not limited to just Canada, there are millions of vacant positions in the cyber security sector available around the world.

  • The average Cyber Security salary in Canada for an entry-level position is around CA$42,716 annually.
  • The average Cyber Security salary in Canada is CA$97,500 annually.
  • While the most experienced ones earn up to CA$165,750 annually.
Job  Annual Salary (Average)
Cyber Security Analyst CA$81,738
Cyber Security Cloud Specialist CA$95,933
Cyber Security Account Executive CA$65,000
Cyber Security Architect CA$124,590
Marketing Manager, Cyber Security CA$77,000
Cyber Security Manager CA$118,750

In order to work in Canada post-graduation, international students require a Canadian Work Visa. There are several types of post-work permits:

  • Post-Graduation Work Permit
  • Openwork Permits
  • Employer-Specific Work Permits

We live in a digital world that is vulnerable to increasing cyberbullying and threats. In order to combat those threats, we need skilled professionals in cybersecurity more than ever. With a degree in cybersecurity, you can get multiple opportunities and handsome pay as well. Thus, the course is worth the investment and time. If you don’t know where to look, book a session with Edvise Hub and let us help you to make the whole process easier for you.

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