The Master of Information Technology Security (MITS) program at Ontario Tech University is a professionally focused graduate program designed to prepare students for advanced careers in cybersecurity, information systems protection, network security, digital risk management, and IT security operations. The program combines theoretical knowledge with applied practical training to help students develop the technical and analytical skills required in today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity industry.
Recognized as one of the first specialized IT security graduate programs in Canada, the MITS program provides students with hands-on learning opportunities through project-based coursework, security experiments, and applied research activities. Students gain expertise in cybersecurity technologies, information assurance, ethical hacking concepts, operating systems security, digital risk analysis, and secure network management.
The Faculty of Business and Information Technology also provides students access to a dedicated Hacker Research Lab equipped with advanced network infrastructure and wireless security environments. This secure laboratory setting allows students to work on real-world IT security projects, cybersecurity simulations, and applied technical experiments.
Graduates of the MITS program are prepared for careers in cybersecurity analysis, cloud security, network defense, IT security consulting, information systems protection, digital risk management, and enterprise security operations across private and public sector organizations globally.
- Academic Requirement: Recognized 4-Year Honours Bachelor Degree or equivalent Preference given to applicants with backgrounds in Information Technology, Engineering, Science, or related disciplines Minimum B Grade / GPA 3.0 on 4.3 scale (approximately 73–76%) required Minimum B average in the last two years of undergraduate studies preferred
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 Overall TOEFL Accepted PTE Accepted Duolingo Accepted
- Special Requirement: Completion of at least one Advanced Programming course required (Java, C, C++, C# etc.) Completion of at least one Advanced Mathematics course required (Linear Algebra, Calculus, Number Theory etc.) At least one course or proven work experience in Operating Systems (Windows, Unix, or Linux) required IT-related work experience preferred Additional Program Benefits MakeStudy™ Application Fee Discount Available Approximate Application Fee after waiver: CAD $60 Official Tuition Deposit for LOA: CAD $2,000 One of the first specialized IT Security graduate programs in Canada Strong focus on Cybersecurity, Network Security, and Information Systems Protection Project-based professional learning approach Access to dedicated Hacker Research Lab for hands-on security experiments and projects Industry-focused curriculum with practical security training Excellent career opportunities in the global cybersecurity industry
Under Graduate Students
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- Application Fee: $120
- LOA Deposit: $2,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: $46,043
- Total Tuition Fee: $46,043
- Course Duration: 12 Months
- Credentials: Masters
- Intake: January September
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- English Test Scores (if applicable)
- Resume / CV
- Statement of Academic Intent
- Two Reference Letters