Cryptology, Certificate
Cryptology is necessary everywhere in today's technological world. Want to learn how to protect personal, financial and other sensitive information through encryption? Prepare for a career in national security, communication systems, electronic banking, internet commerce and just about any field that requires securing data.
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Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Cryptology is the art and science of making and breaking codes and ciphers. The certificate program in cryptology provides you with a strong foundation in the mathematical topics that are most applicable to modern cryptosystems. You also gain specialized knowledge required for understanding and working in the field of mathematical cryptology.
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The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Apply appropriate concepts from their elective courses in the certificate to cryptology.
- Analyze security of contemporary cryptosystems using results from theoretical mathematics.
Apply appropriate concepts from their elective courses in the certificate to cryptology.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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This program has additional admission requirements; students should see a college advisor for details. Applicants should be in good academic standing with a "B" or higher (scale is 4.00 = "A") in MAT 300 Mathematical Structures, or equivalent. A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Explore expanded study opportunities
When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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A certificate in cryptology offers graduates a wide variety of career possibilities. Some pursuing this certificate are interested in working in government, business, financial and medical settings and in educational industries. These areas require professionals with the skills to secure data --- and program graduates have these skills.
Contact information
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Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
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WXLR 216
math@asu.edu
480-965-7195
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