Master of Cybersecurity

The Master of Cybersecurity equips you with the knowledge and skills required to develop and maintain complex computing systems using cutting-edge technology and methods.

In this course, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge required to identify, demonstrate, diagnose and fix flaws and threats in software systems.

You’ll learn about system security, penetration testing, incident response, security management, reverse engineering and ethical hacking.

Upon graduation, you’ll have the confidence and ability to pursue a career in cybersecurity testing, incident response, auditing and malware analysis.

To qualify for the Master of Cybersecurity, students must complete 13* units (200 credit points) as follows:

• 8 Core academic units (100 credit points)
• 3 Core project-based learning units (75 credit points)
• 1 or 2 elective units (25 credit points in total)

Units of study

COS60007 Creating Web Applications and Databases TNE60003 Introduction to Network Programming ICT60001 Operating System Management TNE60006 Networks and Switching CYB70001 Cyber Ethics COS80013 Internet Security CYB80001 System Security Project CYB80002 Operating System Cybersecurity CYB80003 Advanced Cybersecurity Programming CYB80007 Glass Box Project CYB80008 Reverse Engineering Project ICT80007 Research Paper ICT80014 Minor Thesis TNE80006 Secure Networks COS80023 Big Data ICT80004 Internship Project

* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.

** Unit available with the approval of the course director only.

*** Units are available by application only.

• a bachelor degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline, or
• a non-STEM bachelor degree, plus three years industry experience in the web development, cybersecurity, software development or related fields, or
• successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity.

Upon completion of their course, students will be able to:

• demonstrate a 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 projects with industry relevance
• communicate information proficiently to technical and non-technical audiences, including industry practitioners
• apply knowledge of research principles and methods to solve complex and diverse cybersecurity problems and scenarios
• 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.

This program produces graduates who are:

• capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
• entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
• effective and ethical in work and community situations
• adaptable and able to manage change
• aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.