Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Degree overview
- Benefit from our well-established links with industry offering valuable opportunities to apply newly acquired skills in professional contexts.
- Develop advanced knowledge and skills in cyber security standards, frameworks and guidelines.
- Apply professional skills to organisational contexts with a focus on governance, risk management and compliance.
- Benefit from contemporary curriculum informed by UniSA research in cyber security.
- Build your technical expertise with advanced topics in areas such as security operations, security architectures, and cyber law and digital evidence.
- Access networking and cyber security laboratories or online simulation tools to develop your skills in a virtual environment.
- Enjoy the flexibility to study full-time, part-time, online or on-campus.
Campus Information
Adelaide- City West
On the edge of Adelaide’s central business district, City West houses studies in business, law, art, architecture, design, Indigenous cultures and Australian society.
Mawson Lakes
In the progressive area of Mawson Lakes just 12km north of the city, you can study civil aviation, education, engineering, environmental studies, information technology, science, and sport and recreation management.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
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
Graduates will have the skills and expertise required for employment as cyber security professionals within both the public and private sector. You can expect to seek employment in roles such as:
- Cyber security analyst
- Cyber security consultant
- Governance, risk and compliance analyst
Career progression may see you take on roles such as:
- Senior cyber security analyst
- Cyber security manager
- Chief security officer
- Chief information officer
PSW Opportunity
Bachelor Degree or Masters by Coursework Degree - 2 years - 3 years (Adelaide)
Masters by Research - 3 years - 4 years (Adelaide)
PhD qualification - 4 years - 5 years (Adelaide)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission an applicant will be required to have one of the following:
- A completed bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution;
- A Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security, Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, or Graduate Diploma in Information Systems from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, or Graduate Certificate in Information Systems from a recognised higher education institution.
- Course Code: 110778A
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
74200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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