Master of Cybersecurity
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Master of Cybersecurity readies you for a career in info tech with the skills to develop and maintain complex ICT systems using cutting-edge methods.
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Duration
2 Year/s
Intakes
Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2) - View application and start dates
CRICOS code
098492J
Fees
A$36000 (annual for 2021)*
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Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Course structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Cybersecurity students must complete 14 units of study (200 credit points) as follows:
- 12 core units (175 credit points)
- Two electives (25 credit points)
The Master of Cybersecurity consists of a total of 14 units (200 credit points). Units normally carry 12.5 credit points (cps.). In a year, eight (8) units normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four (4) units normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points.
Maximum Academic Credit
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Cybersecurity is 100 credit points (normally eight units)
The AQF level 9 research components are met in the Master of Cybersecurity through the four Project based Units in the course (COS60010 Technology Enquiry Project; COS60011 Technology Design Project; and COS80029 Technology Application Project). Students are introduced to Research Methods and techniques to undertake research in the earlier Project Units (COS60010 and COS60011) and assessed on their ability to attain a critical understanding of research principles and design. This is achieved through an individual research report assignment in each Unit (10%) Later year Project Units (COS70008 and COS80029) require students to apply knowledge from the earlier projects to conduct scholarly research on literature within the Cybersecurity field. These Units consist of a major project work, where students undertake an industry aligned, group R&D project. This project sits aside an individual research report (10%) where students are assessed on their ability to perform research in the area complementary to their project and to report their findings. This research report solidifies research skills attained in earlier projects. The research component to achieve AQF level 9 is embedded throughout this course and satisfies the research requirement of an AQF level 9 – Masters (coursework) course.
Units of study
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Security Systems Manager
- Cryptographer
- Consultant/Advisor
- Cybersecurity Coordinator/ Operations/Project Manager
- Security System Developer
- Security Solution Sales
- Network/Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect
- Security Solutions Sales
Aims and objectives
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to :
| # | Description |
|---|---|
| CLO1 | 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 |
| CLO2 | Identify cybersecurity threats and apply appropriate tools and techniques to classify and mitigate those threats |
| CLO3 | Critically analyse unfamiliar cybersecurity scenarios, evaluate the existing knowledge base, and propose novel solutions |
| CLO4 | Apply relevant knowledge and skills to implement substantial Cybersecurity projects with industry relevance |
| CLO5 | Communicate information proficiently to technical and non-technical audiences, including industry practitioners |
| CLO6 | 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 |
| CLO7 | Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to solve complex and diverse cybersecurity problems and scenarios |
Pathways and scholarships
- Scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and English language requirements.
Course fees
Entry requirements
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.
The admission requirements for Master of Cybersecurity consist of:
- a bachelor degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline, or
- a non-STEM bachelor degree, plus 3 years industry experience in the web development, cybersecurity, software development or related fields, or
- successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
- Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: +61 3 9214 8444 (outside Australia)