Master of Cybersecurity 24 months Postgraduate Programme By La Trobe University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 351-400QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

43,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Get the ethical hacking and defence strategies you need for an in-demand career with La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity.

Build fundamental skills in system design, implementation, testing and documentation. Develop technical expertise in pen testing, blockchain and cyber forensics. Complement your cybersecurity expertise with transferable skills in entrepreneurship, professional practice and project management.

By studying La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity, you will:

  • master ethical hacking and defence techniques to evaluate the security of network configurations and how to defend network-based threats
  • learn a procedural language that identifies and analyses common coding practices that avoid security vulnerabilities
  • explore the psychology of hacking and cybercrime, its legal and ethical frameworks and approaches to governance and risk management
  • supplement your skills with certifications through our partnership with Microsoft and get hands-on experience in our on-campus Cisco labs
  • choose an industry development project or work-based placement to cement your learning and launch your career, or pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis
  • have the flexibility to exit early with a Graduate Diploma after one year or a Graduate Certificate after six months or, depending on your previous computer science or IT qualifications, complete your Master's in only 1.5 years

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Get the ethical hacking and defence strategies you need for an in-demand career with La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity.

Build fundamental skills in system design, implementation, testing and documentation. Develop technical expertise in pen testing, blockchain and cyber forensics. Complement your cybersecurity expertise with transferable skills in entrepreneurship, professional practice and project management.

By studying La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity, you will:

  • master ethical hacking and defence techniques to evaluate the security of network configurations and how to defend network-based threats
  • learn a procedural language that identifies and analyses common coding practices that avoid security vulnerabilities
  • explore the psychology of hacking and cybercrime, its legal and ethical frameworks and approaches to governance and risk management
  • supplement your skills with certifications through our partnership with Microsoft and get hands-on experience in our on-campus Cisco labs
  • choose an industry development project or work-based placement to cement your learning and launch your career, or pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis
  • have the flexibility to exit early with a Graduate Diploma after one year or a Graduate Certificate after six months or, depending on your previous computer science or IT qualifications, complete your Master's in only 1.5 years

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
58+
79+
176+
Academic entry requirement
Prerequisites
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

240 credit point pathway (2 years)

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

OR

Completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program


180 credit point pathway – Cognate Entry (18 months)

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, or information systems.

Any cases requiring academic judgement will be referred to the School for assessment.

2 Years
Mar
Jul

Tuition fees

Domestic
34,800 AUD
International
43,800 AUD

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

More programmes from the university

Postgrad Programmes 333