Master of Cybersecurity

    Master of Cybersecurity at La Trobe University

    Master of Cybersecurity at La Trobe University

    The Master of Cybersecurity at La Trobe University is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus across its Melbourne (Bundoora) and Melbourne campuses in Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 30,586 / Year, with the next intake on November 20, 2026.

    About Master of Cybersecurity

    Get the ethical hacking and defence strategies you need for an in-demand career with La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity.

    Build fundamental skills in system design, implementation, testing and documentation. Develop technical expertise in pen testing, blockchain and cyber forensics. Complement your cybersecurity expertise with transferable skills in entrepreneurship, professional practice and project management.

    By studying La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity, you will:

    • master ethical hacking and defence techniques to evaluate the security of network configurations and how to defend network-based threats
    • learn a procedural language that identifies and analyses common coding practices that avoid security vulnerabilities
    • explore the psychology of hacking and cybercrime, its legal and ethical frameworks and approaches to governance and risk management
    • supplement your skills with certifications through our partnership with Microsoft and get hands-on experience in our on-campus Cisco labs
    • choose an industry development project or work-based placement to cement your learning and launch your career, or pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis
    • have the flexibility to exit early with a Graduate Diploma after one year or a Graduate Certificate after six months
    • graduate ready to apply for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Cybersecurity at La Trobe University

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    240 credit point pathway (2 years)

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    OR

    Completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program

    180 credit point pathway – Cognate Entry (18 months)

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, or information systems.

    Any cases requiring academic judgement will be referred to the School for assessment.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 65
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 94

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Cybersecurity

    Prepare for a rewarding career in the public or private sector, including technology, communications, education, finance, government, defence, healthcare, and energy and resources. Possible roles include:

    • ethical hacker
    • cryptographer or cryptanalyst
    • security architect
    • cyber intelligence analyst
    • compliance assurance manager
    • cybersecurity consultant
    • cybersecurity policy adviser
    • cyber risk manager
    • software developer
    • research analyst.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,586 / Year
    Master of Cybersecurity at La Trobe University
    La Trobe University
    La Trobe University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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