Master of Cyber Security
Defend the digital domain
Cyber security is a crucial component for every company, spanning all sectors and offering numerous job opportunities. It plays an essential role in safeguarding organisations from cybercrime, which costs the world tens of trillions annually. Governments and businesses worldwide actively work to protect themselves from evolving threats. Companies are now seeking cyber security experts with advanced technical skills, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the social, legal, and business contexts in the digital world. With the increasing reliance on AI systems in the future, the significance of cyber security is expected to grow even further.
What will you study during a Master of Cyber Security?
Our Master of Cyber Security program is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to lead cutting-edge cyber security initiatives for governments, law enforcement agencies, companies, and NGOs. The program encompasses a broad spectrum of industries, including health, medical technology, defence and security, environment, and natural resources, providing you with diverse international exposure. Additionally, through our affiliation with the prestigious Australian Institute of Machine Learning, you will have access to their research excellence in AI and machine learning. This advantage will enable you to gain valuable AI knowledge, enhancing your preparedness for future challenges in the field of cyber security.
You will gain:
- a deep, interdisciplinary understanding of complex cyber security needs and considerations across multiple industries
- highly advanced technical skills and the ability to apply them in real-world contexts
- the ability to critically analyse and evaluate relevant data and technology
- the refined interpersonal skills to effectively communicate issues and strategies to a range of stakeholders
- the chance to gain invaluable real-world experience, through a major research or industry-based project as well as an optional industry internship.
You’ll also apply and expand your learning through a major research project, or industry-based practise.
How will you study?
This program is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode—enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you. For further information, see the Degree Structure section.
Where could a Master of Cyber Security take you?
You will build solutions for new challenges in the field of IT and data science/AI systems. You could develop strategies to secure health providers’ patient data. You could protect social media users’ personal details. Perhaps you’ll prevent cyber theft for global financial institutions. Or ensure undercover police officers’ identities aren’t compromised. You could develop frameworks to protect small to medium businesses. Wherever your interests lie, your expertise will be in demand.
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) .
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Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM274, 3CM247 |
|---|---|
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | January, May and September |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 4.5 |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Commonwealth-supported place: $8,750
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Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Successful domestic applicants to the Master of Cyber Security will have access to a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places, meaning a reduction of up to 80% off the course fees due to government subsidies. Offer subject to change. To apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place, please include SATAC code 3CM274 on your SATAC application.
Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers—they are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
To browse scholarships offered by the University, visit: University Scholarships
To explore scholarships offered by organisations external to the University, visit: External Scholarships
Careers
Career Readiness
Graduates are well equipped to lead cyber security initiatives across industry as diverse as finance and banking, government, education, healthcare and online retail.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
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Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Computational Scientist; Computer Forensics Specialist; Computer Programmer; Computer Scientist; Cyber Defender; Cyber Intelligence Expert; Diagnostic Technician; Digital Strategist; Encryption Specialist; IT Manager ...
Degree Structure
To qualify for the Master of Cyber Security, students must complete a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 48 units, comprising:
- Core Courses to the value of 12 units
- A research or industry project to the value of 12 units
- Electives to the value of 24 units
- Unless exempted, international students are required to take ELEC ENG 7057 Communications & Critical Thinking in lieu of an elective.
Study mode
This program is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode—enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you*.
- Accelerated mode – 12 units (4 courses) per trimester
- Standard full-time mode – 24 units (8 courses) per year
- Part-time mode – 3 or 6 units (1 or 2 courses) per trimester
Whatever mode you choose, our interactive blend of online and face-to-face learning supports you in fitting your study around other commitments—without compromising on authentic and immersive learning experiences.
*International students please note: accelerated study modes are subject to visa conditions. Please contact one of our friendly program advisors for more information.
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Core courses All of the following courses must be completed: |
COMP SCI 7210 Foundations of Computer Science A COMP SCI 7211 Foundations of Computer Science B COMP SCI 7328 Concepts in Cyber Security |
| and courses to the value of 3 units from the following: | MATHS 7027 Mathematical Foundations of Data Science MATHS 7107 Data Taming |
| Research or Industry Project All of the following courses must be completed: |
Research pathway COMP SCI 7101A Cyber Security Research Project Part A COMP SCI 7101B Cyber Security Research Project Part B Industry pathway COMP SCI 7102A Cyber Security Industry Project Part A COMP SCI 7102B Cyber Security Industry Project Part B |
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Last updated: Thursday, 12 Sep 2024
