24 monthsProgramme duration
44,900 AUDTuition Fee/year
2Scholarships
Feb, JunStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Engage in Work Integrated Learning
In the Master of Cyber Security, you will engage in various authentic and work-integrated learning activities across your degree, including completing a significant industry project or industry research experience. This allows you to apply your knowledge and skills to protect information assets from harm, using security measures appropriate for a given environment.
Master programming fundamentals
You will begin your studies learning about the components of digital information systems, beginning with programming fundamentals - mastering essential coding skills - before focusing on rapid web development with databases. You will learn to identify vulnerabilities in vital computer systems and creatively solve complex problems through systems innovation and design to reduce the risk that information assets are harmed.
Explore advanced topics in cyber security
As you transition to advanced core units, you will explore topics such as cyber security and governance, understanding the principles for information security management within organisations. You will master the software development life cycle and embrace human-centred design of IT systems to create secure, user-friendly technology.
As part of your cyber security specialisation, you will develop an understanding of computer networks and security and the importance of considering human factors to mitigate risks people pose to cyber security. You can customise your learning by choosing from subjects including applied cryptography, blockchain technology, and ethical hacking.
You will develop various design and development capabilities and professional attributes that are highly valued and sought after in a diverse range of organisations. You will graduate with a comprehensive, unified portfolio of work to launch your career.
In the Master of Cyber Security, you will engage in various authentic and work-integrated learning activities across your degree, including completing a significant industry project or industry research experience. This allows you to apply your knowledge and skills to protect information assets from harm, using security measures appropriate for a given environment.
Master programming fundamentals
You will begin your studies learning about the components of digital information systems, beginning with programming fundamentals - mastering essential coding skills - before focusing on rapid web development with databases. You will learn to identify vulnerabilities in vital computer systems and creatively solve complex problems through systems innovation and design to reduce the risk that information assets are harmed.
Explore advanced topics in cyber security
As you transition to advanced core units, you will explore topics such as cyber security and governance, understanding the principles for information security management within organisations. You will master the software development life cycle and embrace human-centred design of IT systems to create secure, user-friendly technology.
As part of your cyber security specialisation, you will develop an understanding of computer networks and security and the importance of considering human factors to mitigate risks people pose to cyber security. You can customise your learning by choosing from subjects including applied cryptography, blockchain technology, and ethical hacking.
You will develop various design and development capabilities and professional attributes that are highly valued and sought after in a diverse range of organisations. You will graduate with a comprehensive, unified portfolio of work to launch your career.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Engage in Work Integrated Learning
In the Master of Cyber Security, you will engage in various authentic and work-integrated learning activities across your degree, including completing a significant industry project or industry research experience. This allows you to apply your knowledge and skills to protect information assets from harm, using security measures appropriate for a given environment.
Master programming fundamentals
You will begin your studies learning about the components of digital information systems, beginning with programming fundamentals - mastering essential coding skills - before focusing on rapid web development with databases. You will learn to identify vulnerabilities in vital computer systems and creatively solve complex problems through systems innovation and design to reduce the risk that information assets are harmed.
Explore advanced topics in cyber security
As you transition to advanced core units, you will explore topics such as cyber security and governance, understanding the principles for information security management within organisations. You will master the software development life cycle and embrace human-centred design of IT systems to create secure, user-friendly technology.
As part of your cyber security specialisation, you will develop an understanding of computer networks and security and the importance of considering human factors to mitigate risks people pose to cyber security. You can customise your learning by choosing from subjects including applied cryptography, blockchain technology, and ethical hacking.
You will develop various design and development capabilities and professional attributes that are highly valued and sought after in a diverse range of organisations. You will graduate with a comprehensive, unified portfolio of work to launch your career.
In the Master of Cyber Security, you will engage in various authentic and work-integrated learning activities across your degree, including completing a significant industry project or industry research experience. This allows you to apply your knowledge and skills to protect information assets from harm, using security measures appropriate for a given environment.
Master programming fundamentals
You will begin your studies learning about the components of digital information systems, beginning with programming fundamentals - mastering essential coding skills - before focusing on rapid web development with databases. You will learn to identify vulnerabilities in vital computer systems and creatively solve complex problems through systems innovation and design to reduce the risk that information assets are harmed.
Explore advanced topics in cyber security
As you transition to advanced core units, you will explore topics such as cyber security and governance, understanding the principles for information security management within organisations. You will master the software development life cycle and embrace human-centred design of IT systems to create secure, user-friendly technology.
As part of your cyber security specialisation, you will develop an understanding of computer networks and security and the importance of considering human factors to mitigate risks people pose to cyber security. You can customise your learning by choosing from subjects including applied cryptography, blockchain technology, and ethical hacking.
You will develop various design and development capabilities and professional attributes that are highly valued and sought after in a diverse range of organisations. You will graduate with a comprehensive, unified portfolio of work to launch your career.
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements 2 year program You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
1.5 year program* You must have one of:
* Note: As part of QUT’s application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 year program, if eligible. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form
1.5 year program* You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
- A recognised bachelor degree in any other discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) followed by three full-time years (or equivalent) of professional work experience in information technology.^
* Note: As part of QUT’s application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 year program, if eligible. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form
2 Years
Feb
Jun
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,500 AUD
International
44,900 AUD
Scholarships
Value
20% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
31 Dec 2027
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Value
25% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
31 Dec 2027
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
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