Information Systems Security Concordia University Montréal

Overview

The Information Systems Security programme at Concordia University Montréal provides professional training in the design, implementation, and management of secure information systems. Students engage with contemporary theories and practical applications to address the complex security challenges facing modern digital organisations.

This degree is hosted within the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, offering access to high-specification laboratories and dedicated research centres. The curriculum covers critical areas such as cyber forensics, database security, and cryptography, ensuring graduates are prepared for technical leadership roles.

Research initiatives at the institution involve quantitative models of network vulnerabilities and the evaluation of open-source software security.

Why Information Systems Security at Concordia University Montréal?

The programme is delivered by the Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering, a centre known for its focus on cyber-physical systems and information engineering. Students have the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to exploring infrastructure protection and digital forensics.

A distinctive feature of this programme is the optional co-op component, which allows students to undertake a paid, full-time internship for four or eight months. This experiential learning opportunity enables students to apply academic principles within professional industry settings before graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 691 per credit
• National fee: CAD 420 per credit

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Syllabus

To earn the M.Eng. degree, candidates must complete a minimum of 45 credits, including core requirements and elective choices from the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science. The curriculum is designed to provide a deep technical foundation in cryptographic protocols and system safety.

Modules may include:

• Cryptography
• Crypto-Protocol and Network Security
• Operating Systems Security
• Graduate Seminar in Information and Systems Engineering
• Project and Report III

Additional elective topics are available in the following areas:

• Developments In Engineering
• Cyber-Physical Systems Security Engineering
• Information Systems Security
• Information Systems Engineering

Careers with Information Systems Security

Graduates are equipped for specialised roles in the technology and security sectors, focusing on the protection of sensitive data and network integrity. The programme prepares professionals for careers in industries requiring expertise in cyber forensics, cryptography, and secure system architecture.

Common career paths include positions as security analysts, systems engineers, and consultants within both private and public sector organisations. The integration of practical internships through the co-op option further enhances employability by providing direct experience in managing real-life information security threats.