Program Introduction

The Cybersecurity & Blockchain Technology program at EU’s School of Information & Computer Science aims to cultivate next-gen digital security leaders and blockchain innovators through a blend of cryptography, network defense, and smart contract development. Emphasizing threat detection, blockchain architecture design, and compliance management, the curriculum equips students with foundational cybersecurity skills and cross-industry practical capabilities. Practical platforms such as industry partnerships, capture-the-flag (CTF) competitions, and real-project development further empower students to become professionals with both technical expertise and strategic vision. Explore Our Programs 1. Undergraduate Program (BCBT) Duration: 4-year full-time Core Courses: Computer Networks & Protocol Security (TCP/IP, SSL/TLS) Cryptography Fundamentals & Applications (RSA, ECC) Blockchain Principles & Smart Contract Development (Solidity) Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Analysis (Metasploit, Burp Suite) Legal & Compliance Frameworks (GDPR, CCPA) Features: Practice-Oriented: Develop enterprise firewall solutions through “Cybersecurity Practicum Projects” with Cisco and FireEye. Tech Integration: Mandatory blockchain courses using Ethereum testnets to deploy decentralized applications (DApps). CTF Competitions: Annual “Global Cybersecurity Challenge” focusing on zero-day exploitation and incident response. 2. Master’s Programs MBA (Cybersecurity & Blockchain Concentration) Duration: 1-2 years (full-time/part-time) Tracks: Blockchain Enterprise Applications, Cybersecurity Strategic Planning, Cryptocurrency Compliance, Threat Intelligence Analysis Highlights: Global Case Competitions: Jointly organized with Carnegie Mellon University and Stanford University. Industry Mentorship: Pairing with executives from Chainalysis, Palantir, and other top firms. MS in Cybersecurity & Blockchain Technology (STEM) Duration: 12 months Skills: Advanced penetration testing, zero-trust architecture design, smart contract auditing, cryptocurrency AML Partners: IBM Security, Coinbase, Bank of America, offering practical projects and CISSP certification support. 3. Doctoral Program (Ph.D. in Cybersecurity & Blockchain Technology) Duration: 4-6 years Research Areas: Quantum encryption algorithms, decentralized identity (DID), supply chain security, blockchain scalability Strengths: Cutting-Edge Research: Collaborating with MIT and UC San Diego on interdisciplinary projects focused on post-quantum cryptography and federated learning security. Academic Resources: Hosting “Future of Digital Security” seminars with IEEE Security & Privacy editors and industry leaders. Spotlight on Centers 1. Cybersecurity Defense & Offense Lab (CDO Lab) Mission: Research next-gen network defense technologies and simulate real-world attack scenarios. Achievements: Developing an “ICS Intrusion Detection System” with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Publishing the Global APT Attack Trends Report, referenced by U.S. Cyber Command (CYBERCOM). 2. Blockchain Innovation & Applications Center (BIAC) Focus: Enterprise blockchain solutions, DeFi security, NFT copyright protection. Activities: Partnering with the Ethereum Foundation to launch an “Enterprise Smart Contract Auditing Tool.” Hosting the Global Blockchain Hackathon with experts from Microsoft and ConsenSys. 3. Digital Forensics & Compliance Research Center (DFCRC) Key Initiatives: Cryptocurrency Tracking System: Student teams develop on-chain data analysis tools to assist law enforcement in combating cybercrime. Privacy-Preserving Computation Lab: Optimizing zero-knowledge proof protocols with Zcash to enhance data sharing security. Additional Features Cybersecurity Competition Support: Funding and mentorship for students participating in DEF CON CTF, blockchain security contests, and other events. Dual Degrees: Collaborations with the School of Business and School of Law for “Cybersecurity + Law” and “Blockchain + FinTech” programs. Internship Guarantee: 100% of undergraduate students secure at least one industry internship, with partners in digital security hubs like Silicon Valley, Washington D.C., and New York. Join EU’s School of Information & Computer Science and lead the future of cybersecurity and blockchain technology!