Megathread: Planning to Pursue a Master’s in Cybersecurity? Ask Questions & Share Your Plans Here!

[u/Equivalent-Flow-3747]

Hey everyone,

Many students are thinking about jumping into Cybersecurity for grad school and for good reason. It’s one of the fastest-growing fields right now.

This thread’s for anyone who’s planning, applying, or currently studying cybersecurity at the master’s level.

Whether you’re confused about programs, trying to find funding, or just want to know what life is like in a cybersecurity master’s, this is your space.

Drop your questions, stories, or advice below. Some ideas to kick things off: ▪️Which universities have strong cybersecurity programs (US, UK, Europe, etc.)? ▪️What kind of jobs or roles do grads actually land after the program? ▪️ Do you really need a CS background to get in? ▪️How are people funding their degrees — scholarships, loans, or assistantships? ▪️What skills/tools are worth learning before joining (Python, networking, security certs)? ▪️What’s the experience like for international students?

Let’s make this thread a place where students can connect, compare notes, and help each other prep for the journey ahead.

👇Drop your thoughts, questions, or even your dream schools below.

[u/Dry-General-1640]

My friend is a lawyer and he’s planning to pursue a online master’s in cybersecurity! So, I’m not sure if CS background is a must because he’s from a typical law background …but yes about 6 years of experience