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Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence


Ontario Graduate Certificate


Program Code: CA511

Campus: Online, North, Downtown (IGS)

Length: 2 semesters

As digital innovation evolves rapidly, organizations struggle to keep pace with sophisticated cyber threats and increasing digital complexity. The Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence graduate certificate at Humber uniquely prepares graduates to address this challenge by integrating AI-driven cybersecurity techniques into practical learning. Students gain critical skills in threat analysis, AI-based defense mechanisms and digital forensics, preparing them to proactively manage real-world cyber risks.

The program is developed in partnership with recognized industry certification bodies, enabling students to align their learning with professional standards and leverage their skills toward valuable credentials that enhance career readiness and employability.

In the final semester, students complete an industry-supervised capstone project, solving current cybersecurity challenges. Students also engage with industry through guest lectures, networking events and applied research partnerships.

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following 4 requirements:

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    Academic

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following: 

    • A bachelor’s degree, advanced diploma, diploma, or equivalent in computer science, computer programming, information technology or alternatively Humber's Protection, Security and Investigation diploma.

    OR 

    • A bachelor's degree, advanced diploma, diploma, or equivalent in any field with a minimum of three years of related industry experience. 

    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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    English Language Proficiency

    All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

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    International Credit Evaluation

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

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    Resume

    Applicants who are applying with a bachelor's degree, advanced diploma, or diploma, in any field (other than computer science, computer programming, information technology or Humber's Protection, Security and Investigation diploma) with a minimum of three years of related industry experience must submit a resume. 

     

    Submission Instructions

    To submit your additional requirement(s), please visit the Applicant Portal. You will navigate to Submitted Applications – Actions – View My Applications – View Details.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Fees

The 2025/2026 fee for two semesters was:

  • domestic: $8,023.69
  • international: $21,199.23

Fees are subject to change.

Domestic Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $3,041.00
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $474.72
Compulsory Student Union Fee $88.60
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $116.65
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $0.00
Program Ancillary Fee $581.75
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $4,302.72
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $3,041.00
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $474.72
Compulsory Student Union Fee $88.60
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $116.65
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $0.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $3,720.97

International Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $9,628.77
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $474.72
Compulsory Student Union Fee $88.60
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $116.65
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $0.00
Program Ancillary Fee $581.75
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $10,890.49
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $9,628.77
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $474.72
Compulsory Student Union Fee $88.60
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $116.65
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $0.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $10,308.74

*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Haidar Jabbar

,

program co-ordinator


Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology

437.565.1642


haidar.jabbar@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
Please fill out the Humber Contact Form

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

Select information only is included in this printable PDF. For complete program details, refer to humber.ca/programs.

Print/Download Date: November 2, 2025