Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) 24 months Postgraduate Program By University of South Australia |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

34,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Cyber security is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia – and around the world – with rapid technological advancement and the evolving threat environment increasing demand that is set to see around 17,000 news jobs needed by 20261.
The Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) aims to develop cyber security professionals with advanced knowledge in cyber security governance, risk and compliance (GRC). To ensure you graduate job-ready, significant consultation with industry has taken place to establish both the technical and non-technical expertise demanded by employers. In recent years, calls for cyber security professionals with a strong working-knowledge of GRC in complex organisational environments has significantly increased. As such, this program will build your professional proficiency, as well your ability to examine and implement a range of technology-based cyber security defences to address emerging threats and attacks.
This program is suitable for students from any background / discipline. You will develop technical expertise in information technology (IT); technical proficiency in cyber security; and, an understanding of GRC as it applies to information technology and cyber security.
Information technology professionals can use this program to gain specialist expertise and pursue a career in cyber security.
1Australia’s Cybersecurity Strategy 2020

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Cyber security is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia – and around the world – with rapid technological advancement and the evolving threat environment increasing demand that is set to see around 17,000 news jobs needed by 20261.
The Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) aims to develop cyber security professionals with advanced knowledge in cyber security governance, risk and compliance (GRC). To ensure you graduate job-ready, significant consultation with industry has taken place to establish both the technical and non-technical expertise demanded by employers. In recent years, calls for cyber security professionals with a strong working-knowledge of GRC in complex organisational environments has significantly increased. As such, this program will build your professional proficiency, as well your ability to examine and implement a range of technology-based cyber security defences to address emerging threats and attacks.
This program is suitable for students from any background / discipline. You will develop technical expertise in information technology (IT); technical proficiency in cyber security; and, an understanding of GRC as it applies to information technology and cyber security.
Information technology professionals can use this program to gain specialist expertise and pursue a career in cyber security.
1Australia’s Cybersecurity Strategy 2020

Admission requirements

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  • A completed bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution;
  • A Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security, Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, or Graduate Diploma in Information Systems from a recognised higher education institution; OR
  • A Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, or Graduate Certificate in Information Systems from a recognised higher education institution.
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Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

29,400 AUD
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International Students

34,800 AUD
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