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Doctorate in Criminal Justice Online Cyber Crime Specialization

Cyber Crime - Doctorate at WUV

Credit Hours54

Total Courses9

Term LengthSelf-Paced

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Program Overview Why earn your Doctorate in Cyber Crime at WUV?

WUV's Doctorate in Criminal Justice with a Cyber Crime specialization positions senior professionals to lead digital law enforcement initiatives, develop cyber crime policy frameworks, and conduct original research at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field. Graduates are equipped to direct institutional responses to digital threats at the government, corporate, and international levels.

Research and leadership areas:

  • Cyber crime policy development and enforcement strategy
  • Digital forensics leadership and governance
  • Cybersecurity law, regulation, and compliance
  • International cybercrime frameworks and treaties
  • Threat intelligence governance and program design
  • Digital privacy policy and civil liberties research
Cyber Crime Doctorate students at WUV

Courses & Curriculum Doctoral courses that prepare you for leadership and research

This 54-credit doctoral curriculum is designed for professionals holding a Master's degree. You will complete thesis preparation, supervised research, and a final dissertation demonstrating original scholarly contribution.

PHD-910Qualitative and Quantitative Research
PHD-911Preparing a Thesis
PHD-912Econometrics
ST-913Preparatory Thesis I
ST-914Preparatory Thesis II
ST-915Preparatory Thesis III
ST-916Preparatory Thesis IV
ST-917Preparatory Thesis V
T-918Dissertation

Ready to lead the fight against cyber crime at the doctoral level?

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Admission Requirements How to apply to WUV's Doctorate in Cyber Crime program

A Master's degree in a related discipline is required for admission to this Doctorate program. Follow the steps below to begin your application.

Fill out WUV's online application form. The application is free and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. You will create an account, select your doctoral program, and provide basic personal and academic information.

Upload official transcripts confirming completion of a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. WUV accepts graduate degrees in criminal justice and related disciplines. Your admissions counselor will review your documents and confirm receipt within 3 business days.

Once accepted, review your enrollment agreement, confirm your specialization, and select your start date. WUV offers multiple start dates throughout the year so you can begin when the time is right for you.

Career Outlook What can you do with a Doctorate in Cyber Crime?

Graduates of the Doctorate in Cyber Crime specialization are prepared for senior leadership roles in government cybersecurity agencies, law enforcement, academia, and the private sector.

Chief Information Security Officer (Government)

Leads cybersecurity strategy and incident response for federal, state, or local government agencies.

Median Salary: $138,000/yr

Cybercrime Policy Director

Develops and advocates for legislation governing digital crime, privacy, and cybersecurity compliance.

Median Salary: $118,000/yr

Digital Forensics Lab Director

Oversees a digital forensics division, establishing protocols and managing investigations of cyber offenses.

Median Salary: $112,000/yr

University Professor – Cyber Law

Teaches and researches digital crime, cybersecurity law, and internet governance at the graduate level.

Median Salary: $93,000/yr

Federal Cybercrime Unit Director

Directs cyber investigation divisions within agencies such as the FBI Cyber Division or Secret Service.

Median Salary: $130,000/yr

Cybersecurity Program Director

Designs and administers enterprise-wide cybersecurity programs for large organizations or agencies.

Median Salary: $124,000/yr