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Welcome to the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), where innovation, technology, and education converge to shape the future of digital systems and cybersecurity. Our department offers cutting-edge undergraduate and graduate programs delivered through flexible hybrid formats to accommodate students across multiple locations. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, industry-recognized certifications, and interdisciplinary research, we prepare students to lead in the ever-evolving fields of informatics, engineering systems, and cybersecurity.
Academic Programs
Bachelor's
Bachelor's Degree
Cyber Security (BS)
Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security
Program Modality: Campus
Cyber security is the study of science, technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect computers, networks, smart devices, software programs, and data from attacks, damage, or unauthorized access. The Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security follows an interdisciplinary approach that integrates technical, legal, business, and policy skills by combining courses in Cyber Security, Informatics, Business, Information Security, and Criminal Justice. The undergraduate program is tuned to the NICE-WFC (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education – Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity) national standards.
Students will engage in lifelong learning to adapt to the rapidly changing nature and need for cyber security. They will learn about non-technical disciplines such as business law, criminal justice, and information security. The students will also learn to develop security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
Bachelor's Degree
Engineering Technology (BS)
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
Program Modality: Campus
The Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology prepares students to make a difference in the world through product innovations and technology applications.
Engineering Technology emphasizes the direct application of existing technology or the development of new technology to problems in industry, transportation, and government. Students apply theory to solve real-life situations. The program also focuses on the use of automation tools and an understanding of manufacturing and quality processes and systems to prepare students for work in organizations that use automation, manufacturing systems, or robotics.
Master's
Master's Degree
Informatics (MS)
Master of Science in Informatics
Program Modality: Campus
Cyber security and informatics are the study of science, technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect computers, networks, smart devices, software programs, and data from attack, damage, or unauthorized access. The fields of cyber security and informatics are rapidly expanding and the majority of companies with online connections need employees who have an understanding of the multi-faceted science that integrates cyber technology and safety.