Bachelor in Computer Programming, Specific Applications (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Your final tuition cost will vary based on program selection, credits transferred from other institutions, and potential scholarships applied. Our Admissions and Financial Aid team will prepare a personal financial aid projection with tips on how to maxim. Applications for the Sep 2026 intake are open until Sep 11, 2026.

Students work with enterprise-level tools and technologies in hands-on labs to design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructures. They develop skills in ethical hacking, risk assessment, and security operations using frameworks like NIST and ISO. The programme integrates practical training with industry certification preparation to build real-world cybersecurity capabilities.

Focus areas include Cybersecurity Operations, Risk and Compliance Management, Ethical Hacking, Network Security, Security Architecture, Cloud Security.

The programme requires 35 courses and 130 credits, with students completing a mix of technical core courses, cybersecurity concentration courses, and general education requirements. The concentration includes hands-on training and certification preparation as part of the curriculum.

Graduates enter roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst, IT Security Analyst, Cybersecurity Engineer, and Network Architect.

Applicants must hold an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems or an equivalent transferable associate-level degree. No prior industry experience or certifications are required. The application process includes submitting documentation and completing a financial consultation.

The programme totals about 130 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, with a typical duration of 3.5 years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

California Institute of Applied Technology takes a career-focused approach to education, designed for first-time college students, transfer students, returning learners, and working adults. Its programs are built around hands-on courses, practical skills, industry certifications, and flexible study. Students can begin with a one- to two-week bootcamp, a certificate lasting three to 11 months, an associate program under two years, or a bachelor's program under four years. Each stage can add skills, certifications, and credit toward a later milestone.

Academic offerings span technology, business, and healthcare. Technical learning includes guided lab experience, live instruction, and Build-Your-Own-Computer kits. Certification preparation covers areas such as project management, cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, information technology, and data-related security. Tuition includes certification exam fees, unlimited attempts on most exams, practice exam software, and test preparation workshops. Accelerated one-week bootcamps are also available for students who already have the relevant skills and want focused exam preparation.

For international students, the online format provides flexibility and does not depend on relocating to San Diego for daily classes. Career Services offers resume support, interview practice, and access to a career platform with thousands of open positions. Advisors can help students build an education plan and evaluate transfer credits. Financing options include payment plans, scholarships, employer benefits, military benefits, FAFSA eligibility, and no-interest options for those who qualify. Program availability, costs, transferred credits, and financial aid eligibility vary by student and program.