Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

CRICOS

099172F

Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security

Cybersecurity is always in the spotlight, whether its a story about data breaches, election hacking or phishing scams that cost people more than they can afford to lose. And with increasing levels of cybercrime, governments and businesses everywhere are competing for experts with the right mix of technical and applied skills to secure their organisation against the growing threat cybercrime poses. The technical Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security provides up-to-date knowledge and practical training for a successful career in the burgeoning field of cybersecurity, which is facing a global shortage of skilled professionals. Completing this degree will arm you with technical skills in cryptography, networks, artificial intelligence and mobile data communications.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park

Full-time - 2 years

$66,200N/A

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • COMP6300 Applied Cryptography
  • COMP6320 Offensive Security
  • COMP6250 Data Communications
  • COMP6325 Cyber Security Management in Practice
  • COMP8110 Distributed Systems
  • COMP8270 Network System Architecture and Cloud Technologies
  • COMP8310 Security Technologies and Forensic Analysis
  • COMP8320 Information and Data Security
  • COMP8325 Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security
  • ACCG8086 Cyber Security, Governance Frameworks and Ethics
  • COMP8851 Major Project

Entry requirements

  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related area or recognised equivalent