Master of Cyber Security
UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy (UNSW Canberra at ADFA)
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00100G
The Master of Cyber Security is a postgraduate award offered by the School of Engineering and Information Technology. It is designed for postgraduate scholars and professional managers with appropriate undergraduate qualifications in IT, computer science, electrical computer or systems engineering or a related discipline and/or extensive relevant professional experience who wish to gain a more detailed understanding of the technical skills and expertise relevant to the technical implementation and leadership of the cyber security function. This coursework masters degree is designed to meet the demand for technical experts who can implement and lead the technical cyber security function in government, industry, law enforcement and Defence. It provides principles gathered from information systems, systems engineering, computer science, network security, and defence to enhance a career as a cyber security specialist.
Structure
Students are required to complete 8 coursework courses (48 UOC). Students must complete the 4 core courses and draw on the list of scheduled courses to complete the remaining program requirements. Students may with School approval, take up to 2 courses (12 UOC) from other coursework programs. Students may choose to complete the generalist MCyberSec program or may choose to complete the Master of Cyber Security with a specialisation in Digital Forensics or Advanced Tradecraft.
Subjects
- Computer network operations
- Cryptography
- Cyber-security
- Detection systems
- Forensics
Standard entry requirements
- Relevant 4-year Bachelor degree or Hons degree
- Or relevant Graduate Diploma
- Or 3-year Bachelor degree and 3 years' relevant work experience
- Or equivalent qualifications and/or related work experience
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Canberra | Domestic: $25,440 International: $25,440 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Canberra.
Note that this course is offered to international students by offshore external study only.
