Course Overview
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Graduates of the MIT (Cyber Security) specialisation will be well-positioned for a variety of high-demand, high-impact roles, including:
Beyond these core roles, graduates will possess the versatility to work across a wide range of IT and data-driven environments. The course also provides a solid foundation for pursuing further industry-recognised certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Course Content
Programming Fundamentals
Introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer programming, including variables, data types, control structures, functions, and basic object-oriented programming.
Network Fundamentals
Provides an introduction to basic concepts and principles of computer networking, including network types, architectures, protocols, and devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
Project Management (Agile)
Introduces adaptive, agile approaches emphasising flexibility, speed, collaboration, and continuous learning using tools like Scrum, Kanban, and Lean methods.
Database System Analysis and Design
Focuses on principles and techniques used in designing effective and efficient database systems, including data modeling, normalization, relational database concepts, and SQL.
Cyber Security Fundamental & Ethics
Develops students' cyber literacy by exploring the evolving nature of cybersecurity, cybercrime, key actors, security measures, risk management, and ethical, legal, and regulatory principles.
Network Security
Provides a comprehensive understanding of how to protect and secure computer networks, covering firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, VPNs, encryption, and authentication protocols.
Information Security Management
Explores the strategic and operational aspects of managing information security, including security governance, risk assessment, compliance standards (ISO/IEC 27001), incident response, and business continuity planning.
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
Introduces tools, techniques, and methodologies used by ethical hackers to identify and address security vulnerabilities, covering penetration testing frameworks, reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, and exploitation.
Cyber Physical Systems and IoT Security
Focuses on security challenges and solutions related to Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) and the Internet of Things (IoT), including architecture, communication protocols, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation strategies.
Information Security and Cryptography Techniques
Provides an in-depth understanding of information security principles and cryptography, covering classical and modern encryption methods, cryptographic algorithms, digital signatures, and key management.
Threat Intelligence
Focuses on processes and tools used to collect, analyze, and apply information about current and emerging cyber threats, including MITRE ATT&CK framework and strategic, operational, and tactical intelligence.
Cloud Security
Explores principles, practices, and technologies involved in securing cloud computing environments, including cloud service models, shared responsibility models, identity and access management, and data protection.
Capstone Project
A culminating subject where students apply knowledge and skills to a real-world or research-based project, emphasising project management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Digital Forensics
Introduces principles and practices of investigating cybercrimes and retrieving digital evidence, covering forensic processes, evidence collection and preservation, file system analysis, and memory and network forensics.
Cyber Ethics
Explores ethical, legal, and social issues arising from the use of digital technologies, including privacy, intellectual property, digital rights, cyberbullying, surveillance, and the ethical responsibilities of IT professionals.
AI and Big Data Security
Examines security and privacy challenges associated with AI systems and big data environments, including threats to AI models such as adversarial attacks and data poisoning, and techniques for securing large-scale data platforms.
Management Information Systems
Focuses on the role of information systems in supporting business operations, decision-making, and strategic planning, covering ERP, CRM, DSS, systems development, and IT governance.
Operating System Security
Provides an in-depth understanding of securing operating systems against threats and vulnerabilities, covering access control, authentication, secure boot, file system protection, and techniques for detecting malware and rootkits.
Managing Diverse Talent
Understand the challenges and benefits of managing a diverse workforce. Learn strategies to create inclusive work environments, improve employee engagement, and leverage diversity for business success.
Common Questions
No prior IT experience is required. The program is built for beginners, with the first year providing a strong technical foundation through introductory courses in networking, operating systems security, and database management systems. These units are carefully scaffolded to ensure accessibility for students from non-technical backgrounds.
For international students, an introductory discounted tuition fee of $2,700 per subject applies for the first two intakes, totalling $43,200. The standard international fee is $3,375 per subject, totalling $54,000. For domestic students, the standard fee is $2,687 per subject, totalling $43,000. Scholarship options are also available, with face-to-face scholarship fees of $2,257 per subject ($36,120 total) and online scholarship fees of $1,937 per subject ($30,100 total). Domestic students may also be eligible for FEE-HELP.
All classes will be conducted in-person for international students on a student visa or other temporary visa class. 100% online classes are available for domestic students, who are Australian/NZ citizens and Australian permanent residents.
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to Academic IELTS Overall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (Speaking & Writing: minimum band 6.0 and Reading & Listening: minimum band 5.5). Recognised tests include Academic IELTS, PTE, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge English (CAE and CPE), and Duolingo. Domestic students who have successfully completed at least 1 year of an AQF Level 5 or higher qualification in Australia within the past two years are exempt. Test results should be no older than two years.
All AIBI HE students are eligible for a free ACS (Australian Computer Society) membership, which is the professional association for Australia's technology sector with 48,000+ members. Students studying cyber security are also eligible for a free AISA (Australian Information Security Association) membership, which is a nationally recognised peak body for cyber security professionals.
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