Master of Cyber Security Program By Curtin University |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

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Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

33,830 AUDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is designed to upgrade your existing skillset in IT/computational science and add cyber security to your field of expertise.


You will undertake industry-inspired projects and assessments to learn the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security, particularly network defence. Learning outcomes are mapped to a variety of industry certifications such as those offered by Cisco and Palo Alto.


You’ll gain the blue and red team specialist skills and knowledge you can use in your career and learn from professionals who have strong links with local industry.


The course emphasises experiential project-based learning, so you will develop strong teamwork skills and acquire knowledge based on real-world examples.   


The course builds on each unit undertaken, constructing a fully functional cyber-range and test environment that meets industry expectations and enables you to demonstrate your high-level skills in cyber security.

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course is designed to upgrade your existing skillset in IT/computational science and add cyber security to your field of expertise.


You will undertake industry-inspired projects and assessments to learn the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security, particularly network defence. Learning outcomes are mapped to a variety of industry certifications such as those offered by Cisco and Palo Alto.


You’ll gain the blue and red team specialist skills and knowledge you can use in your career and learn from professionals who have strong links with local industry.


The course emphasises experiential project-based learning, so you will develop strong teamwork skills and acquire knowledge based on real-world examples.   


The course builds on each unit undertaken, constructing a fully functional cyber-range and test environment that meets industry expectations and enables you to demonstrate your high-level skills in cyber security.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6+
2.7+
A 3-year recognised Bachelor degree in Information Technology or Computational Science or Engineering with a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience or a 4-year degree in Information Technology or Computational Science or Engineering.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.
1 Year
Jan
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

31,588 AUD
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International Students

33,830 AUD
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