This one-year graduate certificate program focuses on equipping students with automotive cybersecurity knowledge and skills, particularly related to Electronic Control Units (ECUs) of Connected & Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs). Students will learn to address vulnerabilities and security issues in the CAV eco-system, developing strategies to protect automotive organizations from cybersecurity attacks. The curriculum aims to prepare graduates with highly marketable skills needed in the automotive cybersecurity field, especially as incidents of cyber-attacks in automotive manufacturing have increased and standards like ISO/SAE 21434 become industry benchmarks.
Why this course is highly recommended
Given the rise in cyber-attacks within the automotive sector and the industry’s move toward standardizing cybersecurity protocols globally, there's an increasing demand for specialists in this field. Windsor’s strategic position in automotive and manufacturing cybersecurity makes this program especially relevant, offering graduates opportunities in automotive firms and related sectors such as manufacturing, utilities, and finance.
This program specializes in automotive cybersecurity within the broader field of cybersecurity analytics, focusing on connected and autonomous vehicle systems, secure vehicle architecture, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and cyber-physical vehicle system security.
Application fees
5.18L
1st year tuition fees
5.18L
Living cost
Applicants should have an Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent. A background in Information Technology, Computer Systems Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Applications, or Engineering is preferred.

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Graduates can find opportunities in automotive cybersecurity, manufacturing, supply chain cybersecurity, utilities, and finance sectors. As cyber-attacks increase, the demand for cybersecurity specialists in automotive manufacturing is expected to grow, especially with standards like ISO/SAE 21434 guiding industry practices.