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Flinders University

Adelaide , South Australia ,Australia

Master of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems)

If you are a graduate with a previous degree in an information technology or computer science related field, but are looking to specialise and extend your knowledge and skills in this dramatically changing area, the specialised networks and cybersecurity masters in information technology program at Flinders provides the perfect introduction.

This coursework masters provides advanced studies in information technology, with particular emphasis on the techniques required to design, develop, secure and manage an enterprise’s networked information systems.

The course capitalises on the demand for professionals across a continually widening range of applications, from intelligent consumer goods such as mobile phones and cars through to electronic medical records. It addresses the profession’s growing concern regarding the skills shortage in the area of cybersecurity.

The focus on Flinders University’s strengths in the design, implementation and management of enterprise information technology and the secure and interconnected application of information technology for information retrieval, analysis and visualisation characterise this program. The course integrates with the strong and active research and development program in the College of Science and Engineering, carried out as externally funded research and development.

Campus Information

Bedford Park

Located just 12km south of the centre of Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders' main campus. It's a spacious, elevated site with panoramic views to the coast and over the city. Our Student Hub offers 24/7 study spaces and access to all student services in one convenient location.

Victoria Square

Located in the heart of Adelaide CBD, Flinders at Victoria Square is an accessible, alternative and flexible space for students, staff and the general public. We teach a selection of courses and topics and provide general information to students who want to study at Flinders.

Tonsley

Flinders at Tonsley is a place where our students interact with business, and where business interacts with our researchers in areas such as engineering, medical devices and nanoscale technologies, to create the new products and processes of the 21st century.

Intakes

  • March
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 10

Application Process

More Information Required
10 Days
Possible Interview Call from Institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
10 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

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

Your career

The course is designed to enable you to contribute professionally to the management of an enterprise’s information security procedures and networked infrastructure. From theory through programming to developing globally recognized computer network skills, this course provides you with a solid foundation and the ability to adapt to new and innovative technologies.

Potential occupations include:

  • network administrator
  • system analyst
  • cybersecurity consultant
  • security auditor
  • programmer
  • researcher and developer
  • networking and communications specialist.

PSW Opportunity

International students studying at Flinders University will be eligible to access an additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa, which means Masters graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa. 

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.