Master of Networking - Major in Cyber Security
As businesses increase their digital surface across multiple devices, the attack space for hackers increases. An increase in investment in cloud and mobile technologies only adds to the problem. In this digital age, companies require many more teams of cybersecurity specialists who can prevent, detect, and mitigate cyberattacks to keep their digital assets safe. Major in Cyber Security with a Master of Networking from MIT, and join the ranks of IT professionals who are securing our digital assets.
The new Cyber Security major has been developed specifically in answer to the market need and will equip you to respond to the call to action. Graduate with skills in cybersecurity and analytics, digital forensics, and advanced network design to meet the challenge. A global shortage of cybersecurity specialists requires a globally recognized qualification. The Master of Networking from MIT is accredited at the professional level by the Australian Computer Society meaning graduates can take their degree almost anywhere in the world.
Campus Information
Melbourne Campus
Located in the centre of Melbourne Central Business District (CBD), the MIT Melbourne campus is the larger of the two campuses. Situated among shops, restaurants, banks, post offices and entertainment outlets, close to parks and gardens, hospitals, the State Library of Victoria and the Queen Victoria Market, and with easy access to public transport, the MIT Melbourne campus offers the perfect balance between study, work and play.
Sydney Campus
The MIT Sydney campus is located in Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD) next to Darling Harbour, one of the city’s largest shopping, food and entertainment precincts. Located right in the heart of the City on Sussex Street, easily accessible by train- we are a few minutes’ walk from Wynyard and Town Hall stations.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Information Security Auditor
- Network Analyst
- Network Design Engineering
- Chief Information Security Officer
- Systems Engineer
- Network Analyst
- Forensic Computer Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
- Penetration Tester
- Security Architect
- IT Security Engineer
- Security Systems Administrator
PSW Opportunity
- 2 years post successful completion of the course
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For the cognate stream: An Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or a related discipline such as computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, or networking.
For the non-cognate stream: An Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in any other discipline.
- Course Code: 057028F
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
41200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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