Master of Cyber Security

Secure a future in cyber security

Cyberspace has transformed the way we live and do business. We are increasingly relying on networked applications for assessing information and making critical business decisions. It is crucial for individuals, enterprises, and governments to be able to secure cyberspace from attacks, to effectively conduct their business.

A Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security is also available to study and can be used as a pathway into the masters program.

Access our advanced, industry-leading cyber security labs. You'll help run cyber hackathons and develop real-world applications in a controlled environment. You will also have the choice between two specialisations to suit your career aspirations.

This program provides an open path to cyber security for individuals from diverse backgrounds. You will develop a holistic understanding of security measures, encompassing network, system, and foundational theories. Gain insights into cyber systems and infrastructures, and their applications. Explore the human and legal aspects of cyber security. Learn the skills needed to address global skill shortages.

what you will study

Cyber security skills are indispensable across all industries, from finance to healthcare. This program will provide you with quality training that will enable you to become a cyber security professional.

Key study areas include:

• Foundations of cyber security, privacy, and risk
• The role of human factors in cyber security
• Cyber security governance, risk, and compliance
• Strategies for security management of systems and organisations
• Concepts and experience in networking and systems administration
• Theory, concepts, and practical experience in managing, maintaining, and securing cloud environments.

Find out when applications close for available intakes

Review the information below and submit your application now.

Both students and education agents can submit applications online. This is our preferred way of application. You can save your application after you have started, and come back to it later.

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

Upon graduation, this program will allow you to harness your expertise in cyber security to work in a variety of industry sectors.

Career options may include:

• Security System Manager
• Security Consultant
• Cryptographer
• Cyber Security Architect
• Security system developer
• Cyber Security Analyst.