The initial cohort of students in the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology in Cybersecurity (BAS-IT CyS) degree program crossed the McKenzie Arena stage during commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 16. The accelerated degree program’s first cohort participated in its first class on Jan. 9.
High demand, meet fast track
UTC’s new Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology in Cybersecurity degree program launched on Monday, Jan. 9.
UTC plans new cybersecurity degree for 2023 launch
A new Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology in Cybersecurity degree program at UTC will directly address workforce needs. Approximately 6,700 cybersecurity jobs are open in Tennessee—including 300-plus in southeast Tennessee and north Georgia—and employment demand is expected to grow 22-24% in the next five years.