Course Overview

About This Course

There is a well-documented skills gap in cyber security and a huge demand from industry for Cyber Security capable graduates at undergraduate and master's level. Macquarie International and our industry partners have been asking for programs like this for some time and are very supportive of the program we have developed. We have frequent requests from industry for access to our best students.

The course has been designed as an advanced course in the technology aspects of Cyber Security for students with a Bachelor Degree in IT. For students with no background in cybersecurity this course includes a full semester of preparatory units (6000 level). This provides students with the grounding in core topics required for advanced study in the following 3 semesters. The advanced level units are drawn from Computing with 5 new units covering theory and practice in data privacy and information security, artificial intelligence, security operations, identity management, etc. This combination of skills and knowledge is in high-demand from industry. The course is completed with a two-unit (20cp) capstone project that can be either an industry placement (internship) or an internal research project. This allows students to gain experience working on real Cyber Security projects and, for appropriate students, direct exposure to industry problems and practices.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Levels 23 & 24, 123 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

AUD $34,400 per year

Duration

Full time: 2 years

Intakes

Session 1 | Session 2

Study Mode

Full-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related area or recognised equivalent

International students:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related area or recognised equivalent
IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 with minimum sub-scores: listening 6, reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, or an approved equivalent
CRICOS-registered course - a valid student visa is required to study on campus

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Employability is embedded through the program with work-relevant problems used to motivate and drive the learning experience.
The capstone project unit in particular will be a vehicle for developing work readiness and expose students where possible to employers and work practices.
The advantage of this being a relatively small program is that the assessment can be reviewed across the program and coordinated between different units.
The Department of Computing has worked with the Optus Macquarie University Cyber Security Hub to develop this program.
Five new units have been created specifically for the purposes of this audience.
We aim to ensure that students have a range of experiences through their study, for example the use of different tools and technologies in the different units - our goal is to provide students with a wide array of experience to help them understand the range of choices of tools and techniques available to them.
Similarly, assessment types are coordinated over the program to ensure that students see a balance of practical and written assessment in the program.
Careers include Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Privacy Officer, Ethical Hacker, SOC Manager, Risk Analyst, Security Administrator, Security Architect, Security Consultant, etc
Employers range across the board from IT and Telco companies (Fujitsu, Google, IBM, Microsoft, Optus, Telstra) to consultancies (EY, KPMG, PwC, Deloitte), financial sector (banks and insurance companies) and government.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units21 units

COMP6300

Applied Cryptography

COMP6320

Offensive Security

COMP6250

Data Communications

COMP6325

Cyber Security Management in Practice

COMP8110

Distributed Systems

COMP8270

Network System Architecture and Cloud Technologies

COMP8310

Security Technologies and Forensic Analysis

COMP8320

Information and Data Security

COMP8325

Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security

BUSA8086

Cyber Security, Governance Frameworks and Ethics

COMP8851

Major Project

PICT8031

Cyber Crime and Methods

ACCG8092

Blockchain for Competitive Advantage

COMP8210

Big Data Technologies

COMP8220

Machine Learning

COMP8230

Mining Unstructured Data

COMP8250

Advanced Topics in Computer Networks

COMP8280

Mobile Data Networks

COMP8860

Industry Based Internship B

PICT8030

Cyber Warfare

PICT8032

National Cyber Intelligence

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CRICOS code for the Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security at Macquarie University?

The CRICOS course code for the Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security at Macquarie University is 099172F.

How long does the Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security take to complete?

The course has a duration of 104 weeks, as registered on the CRICOS registry for international students.

What are the tuition fees for this course?

The tuition fee for the Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security is AU$94,500, with a non-tuition fee of AU$746, bringing the estimated total course cost to AU$95,246.

Where is the Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security delivered?

The course is delivered at Macquarie University's Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde, New South Wales 2109, a location owned and operated by the provider.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a Skills Level 1 qualification (Masters degree) with a duration of 104 weeks (exceeding the 92-week threshold), and its narrow field of education (Security Science, code 0299) may align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review. Contact ESOS-PolicyTeam@education.gov.au for more information.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $165,000 per year

Career Paths

Cybersecurity AnalystPenetration Tester / Ethical HackerSecurity Operations Centre (SOC) AnalystDigital Forensics InvestigatorInformation Security Manager

Key Skills

Network security architecture and configurationEthical hacking and penetration testingDigital forensics and cybercrime investigationThreat intelligence analysis and risk assessmentIncident response and business continuity planning

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