Cyber Security

Curtin University

Australia, Perth

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Curtin University

Australia , Perth

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

105743K

Campuses

Curtin Perth

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines26-Feb-2025

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,522 / year

Next Intake 26-Feb-2025

Cyber Security

About

This course is designed to upgrade your existing skillset in IT/computational science and add cyber security to your field of expertise.

You will undertake industry-inspired projects and assessments to learn the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security, particularly network defence. Learning outcomes are mapped to a variety of industry certifications such as those offered by Cisco and Palo Alto.

Youll gain the blue and red team specialist skills and knowledge you can use in your career and learn from professionals who have strong links with local industry.

The course emphasises experiential project-based learning, so you will develop strong teamwork skills and acquire knowledge based on real-world examples.

The course builds on each unit undertaken, constructing a fully functional cyber-range and test environment that meets industry expectations and enables you to demonstrate your high-level skills in cyber security.

How this course will make you industry ready

You will learn both technical and governance skills.
The course has been designed to cover the cyber security skills and knowledge that are demand by local and international industry.
You will have completed an industry-relevant practical project that demonstrates your high-level skills.

demonstrate a good understanding of standards and practice relating to cyber security governance and competency in cyber security technology.

provide innovative and creative solutions underpinning science and analytical methods to address challenges in cyber security industry.

communicate effectively approaches and solutions that involve the latest advances in cyber security technology to both experts and non-technical audiences.

apply and devise new approaches to cyber security addressing global problems ensuring compliance with international and professional standards such as IEEE/ACM/ACS/ACSC/ISO.

create security solutions that are underpinned by ethics, sustainability and social responsibility.

demonstrate initiative, leadership when working independently and collaboratively using problem solving and decision-making skills.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Completion of 3 year post-secondary (post Year 12 equivalent) qualification OR hold a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University which is comparable to an AQF Associate Degree

English Program Requirements

If English is not your first language, you must also check that you meet English language requirements for your chosen course. Australian students must also meet the English entry requirements.

Career

Cybersecurity incident handler
Penetration tester
Secure DevOps specialist
Security analyst
SOC specialist
Secure systems engineer
Security auditor

Fee Information

⁺estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load

Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,522

How to Apply

Have your supporting documents to hand, and ensure they meet our guidelines. The documents may include certified copies of your qualifications, English language proficiency documents and supplementary forms for certain courses.

If your documents are not issued in English, an official translation from a recognised translation service must be provided.

Recognised translation services

National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) accredited translator in Australia
The Awarding institution
A Notary Public Office
The official Government body
An official and accredited translator*

*Official translations are subject to review.

If you have undertaken previous study or work that matches the content of some of your Curtin course units, you may be able to obtain credit for recognised learning, which exempts you from studying those units.

Applying online: Use the ‘Apply now’ button on the relevant course page and following the prompts.

Applying by mail or email: Download the International application for admission form [.pdf – 307 kB].

If you want to package your course with a Curtin English course, you can submit your application with your course application documents to streamline the process.

If your application is successful, you will receive an offer that you will need to accept or reject.

If you accept your offer, you will receive a Confirmation of Enrolment – a document from Curtin that details your course, how long you will be studying the course, and the tuition fees. This document can be used for acquiring a student visa.

Apply to the Australian government for your student visa. Gaining a student visa will allow you to participate in full-time study in Australia and work up to 40 hours in a fortnight. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place before a visa can be issued.

See our pre-departure resources for helpful information regarding your move to Perth.