Master of Strategy and Security with a Specialisation in Cyber Intelligence 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

47,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

08 Feb, 2027Application Deadline

Starting Month

Feb, JulStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Virtual adversaries now pose as big a threat to our security as the physical. In an era of digital threats reshaping global security, cyber intelligence is vital to anticipating, understanding and countering these risks. Organisations across a wide range of industries are increasingly relying on digital security to protect against cyberthreats, with strong and sustained demand for skilled specialists predicted into the future – from government and defence to finance, health, energy and beyond.

The Cyber Intelligence specialisation will prepare you to analyse, track and respond to sophisticated cyberthreats that challenge national and organisational stability. Under the guidance of frontline experts and government-endorsed researchers, you’ll explore cybercrime landscapes, adversary tactics and emerging threat modalities while developing structured analytical expertise. As cyberthreats evolve in scale and sophistication, you’ll be well-equipped to deliver authoritative, actionable intelligence insights and lead cyber defence efforts in national security, policy and operational environments.

Programme overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Virtual adversaries now pose as big a threat to our security as the physical. In an era of digital threats reshaping global security, cyber intelligence is vital to anticipating, understanding and countering these risks. Organisations across a wide range of industries are increasingly relying on digital security to protect against cyberthreats, with strong and sustained demand for skilled specialists predicted into the future – from government and defence to finance, health, energy and beyond.

The Cyber Intelligence specialisation will prepare you to analyse, track and respond to sophisticated cyberthreats that challenge national and organisational stability. Under the guidance of frontline experts and government-endorsed researchers, you’ll explore cybercrime landscapes, adversary tactics and emerging threat modalities while developing structured analytical expertise. As cyberthreats evolve in scale and sophistication, you’ll be well-equipped to deliver authoritative, actionable intelligence insights and lead cyber defence efforts in national security, policy and operational environments.

Admission Requirements

6.5+

Admission requirements: Visit the course page at courses.mq.edu.au for detailed entry requirements.

08 Feb 2027
1 Year
Feb
Jul

Tuition fees

International
47,800 AUD

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