General Information

Overview

The Master of Cyber Security has been designed for students who wish to develop their computer science and cyber security knowledge by focusing on identifying, demonstrating, diagnosing and fixing flaws in software systems. These solutions can apply to web applications, internet-based services and desktop applications. Upon graduating, students will have the confidence and ability to pursue a career as a systems analyst in fields such as cybersecurity, incident response, auditing and malware.

Study structure

Successful completion of the Master of Cyber Security requires students to complete units of study to the value of 200 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

  • Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year

  • Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year

  • One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)

  • See the course planner for an example degree structure.

Units of study Unit code
Core units
Creating Web Applications
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS60004
Technology Inquiry Project
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS60010
Technology Design Project
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS60011
Internet Security
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS80013
Cyber-Ethics
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		CYB70001
Operating System Management
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		ICT60001
Network Administration
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		TNE60002
Networks and Switching
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		TNE60006
Units of study Unit code
Core units
Technology Innovation Project
Core unit, 25.0 credit points 		COS70008
Operating System Cybersecurity
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		CYB80002
Units of study Unit code
Core units
Technology Application Project
Core unit, 25.0 credit points 		COS80029
Advanced Cyber Security Programming
Core unit, 12.5 credit points 		CYB80003
Elective units
Introduction to Data Science
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS60008
Web Application Development
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS80021
Software Quality and Testing
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS80022
Data Visualisation
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		COS80025
Research Paper
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		ICT80007
Minor Thesis
Elective unit, 25.0 credit points 		ICT80014
Internship Project
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		ICT80004
Network Routing Principles
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points 		TNE70003

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a broad and coherent understanding of the concepts and practices within the field of cybersecurity, and to apply this as an effective member of diverse teams in a professional context
  • Identify cybersecurity threats and apply appropriate tools and techniques to classify and mitigate those threats
  • Critically analyse unfamiliar cybersecurity scenarios, evaluate the existing knowledge base, and propose novel solutions
  • Apply relevant knowledge and skills to implement substantial Cybersecurity projects with industry relevance
  • Communicate information proficiently to technical and non-technical audiences, including industry practitioners
  • Reflect on, and take responsibility for their own learning, manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development
  • Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to solve complex and diverse cybersecurity problems and scenarios

Career opportunities

Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas: 

  • Cyber security Analyst
  • Security Systems Manager
  • Cryptographer
  • Consultant/Advisor
  • Cyber security Coordinator/ Operations/Project Manager
  • Security System Developer
  • Network/Cyber security Engineer/Architect
  • Security Solutions Sales

Professional recognition

This course is accredited at the Professional Level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Cyber security is 100 credit points (normally eight units).

Admission criteria

Information about Swinburne's general admission criteria can be found at Admissions at Swinburne - Higher Education webpage.

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