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    Master of Cyber Security (Canberra)
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    Master of Cyber Security (Canberra)

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Course Code

    Campuses

    Canberra

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 1 Year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 48,000  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Master of Cyber Security (Canberra)

    About

    Secure systems and networks are a vital responsibility for all organisations in our increasingly connected world. Informed by global best practice and cutting-edge research, the Master of Cyber Security at UNSW Canberra provides you with the tools and techniques to detect, analyse and confront cyber challenges.

    This one-year full-time program equips you with advanced technical skills to protect and secure digital infrastructures across a range of industries, including government, Defence and corporate sectors, in Australia and around the world.

    Whether you choose to specialise in Digital Forensics or Advanced Tradecraft or follow the general program, you'll gain highly sought-after expertise in a field where demand is constantly growing. Graduate ready to take on roles like security analyst, penetration tester, or incident responder, and protect people, countries and businesses against the increasing risk of cyber threats.

    Program Code
    8628
    Campus
    Canberra
    Total Units of Credit (UOC)
    48

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    UNSW Canberra 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    The cyber security sector is rapidly expanding as organisations face increasing digital threats. Australia alone will need an extra 5000 cybersecurity workers each year* to meet the growing demand for experts in this area.

    Graduates of this program are well-positioned for careers in high-demand roles such as security analysts, penetration testers and forensic investigators. Industries like government, Defence, finance and tech seek skilled professionals to protect sensitive data and secure networks. You’ll be prepared to take on key roles in defending against evolving cyber threats and ensuring the resilience of critical infrastructures.

    *AustCyber

    Potential roles

    • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
    • Cyber Security Analyst
    • Cyber Security Consultant
    • Cyber Security Incident Responder
    • Digital Forensic Investigator
    • Information Security Manager
    • Intrusion Detection Specialist
    • Network Security Engineer
    • Penetration Tester
    • Security Architect
    • Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager
    • Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 48,000 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Master of Cyber Security (Canberra)

    University of New South Wales

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