Cybersecurity at BCIT

If you’re interested in a career in cybersecurity, BCIT offers a number of programs and courses to explore.

Computing programs

If you have a limited background in computing, and are interested in a program that ladders into the cybersecurity field, you can start with one of these BCIT Computing programs listed below:

• Computer Information Technology (CIT) Diploma
• Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma

Once you’ve earned a diploma, you may wish to ladder into a bachelor’s degree program with a specialization relating to security:

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science, Network Security Applications Development Option (full-time or part-time) – ladders from CST Diploma (CIT with bridging courses)
• Bachelor of Technology in Forensic Investigation: Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity – ladders from CIT Diploma

Digital forensics and cybersecurity programs

If you already have a diploma, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or two years of previous post-secondary study in a computing or IT field, these part-time options offered by BCIT Forensics may work for you:

• Cybersecurity Essentials for IT Professionals Microcredential
• Foundational Digital Forensics Skills Microcredential
• Advanced Certificate in Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity
• Bachelor of Technology in Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity

School of Energy programs

• Cybersecurity Operations Microcredential
• Industrial Networking for Cybersecurity Professionals Microcredential
• Cybersecurity Analysis for Network Administrator Microcredential
• Industrial Network Cybersecurity Diploma
• Computer Information Systems Administration Diploma

Flexible Learning

Check out our full range of part-time courses in Computing, and Forensics non-credit workshops.

The School of Energy also offers a course in Cybersecurity Operations.