Bachelor of Applied Technology (BAT) in Cybersecurity

The St. Philip’s College Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree in Cybersecurity (BAT) is designed to equip students with the knowledge to combat cyber threats and comes as a strategic move to address the evolving landscape of digital security and to meet workforce demands.The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that cyber security jobs will grow by 31% from 2019 to 2029. An entry-level salary for an individual entering the cybersecurity field is projected at 64,480 per year (31.00hour), according to the Texas Workforce Commission.The curriculum for this new degree has been carefully crafted by SPC faculty and administration in collaboration with industry experts. In this program, SPC students will gain advanced hands-on experience and practical insights into the latest cyber security tools, techniques, and best practices within state-of-the-art facilities, including the Saint Artemisia Bowden Center of Excellence opened in the Fall of 2021. The campus recently opened the newly renovated two-story Cybersecurity Innovations Center (CIC) on August 16, 2024, which houses the Cybersecurity & Information Technology Department. Prospective students interested in enrolling in the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cybersecurity Program at St. Philip’s College are encouraged to visit the Welcome Center, Room 202.The BAT program is pending approval from SEVP (Student Exchange Visitor Program).

Completion of a high school diploma or GED/High School Equivalency.