The Master of Information Technology Security (MITS) program is a graduate professional program that prepares individuals to work in the high-demand IT security industry. The program adopts a project method that provides students with the experience to apply core course materials to a substantial project in the workplace during the latter part of the program.
The MITS program is one of the first of its kind in Canada and one of few specialized IT security graduate degree programs available in the world. Through theory and applied learning, the program enables students to develop an extensive understanding of business and information technology security, polish communication skills and examine business and IT ethics in a team environment. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 73 to 76 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
While applicants may hold any four-year honours undergraduate degree (or its equivalent from a recognized institution), preference is given to applicants whose undergraduate degree is in the field of information technology, engineering, science or related fields.
Minimum overall academic standing of a B (GPA: 3.0 on a 4.3 scale or 73 to 76 per cent), with a minimum B average in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work or equivalent.
Successful completion of at least one course in advanced programming (e.g., Java/C/C++/C#) and advanced mathematics (e.g., linear algebra, calculus, number theory, etc.), and at least one course or proven work experience in operating systems (Windows and/or Unix or Linux).
Work experience in IT-related jobs is preferred.
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| Application Notes : | Please see the checklist of required documents for a list of supporting documentation that must be submitted with your application. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Work Experience
Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Information System Security (GC-ISS) at Durham College will be considered for admission under the following conditions:
Completion of the GC-ISS program at Durham College with a minimum GPA of B+ (3.3 on a 4.3 scale).
Must have also completed a three-year college advanced diploma program in a relevant field such as computer technology or information science with a GPA of B+ or higher. This program should include courses in programming, operating systems and college-level mathematics.
Two letters of reference from employers and two letters of reference from instructors in the GC-ISS program.
At least three years of technical work experience in the field of information technology, computer systems or programming. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.