Master of Cyber Security and Forensics
Technology is expanding into every aspect of people’s lives – which means cyber security is a growing priority for governments, businesses and individuals. Develop the skills and understanding needed to lead a dynamic global field.
In this program you will:
- Understand the social environment technology operates within, be guided through digital investigator methods and frameworks, gain expertise in digital forensic examinations, and receive mentoring from experts and innovators in the field while conducting your own cyber research project
- Learn to undertake cyber forensics on current and emerging technologies
- Understand ethical and legal issues associated with cybersecurity and develop decision-making tools to assess, evaluate and analyse digital data
- Advance your leadership and critical problem-solving skills
Location
CRICOS code
Duration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP / Fee-paying Annual feeStart
- Trimester 1
- Trimester 2
- Trimester 1
- Trimester 2
- Trimester 3
Offshore International students enrolling in this program can only study it fully online. The online offering is not available to International students studying in Australia on a student visa. Trimester 3 intake accelerated option only.
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- Trimester 1
- Trimester 2
- Trimester 1
- Trimester 2
- Trimester 3
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Online
- Total courses
- 14
- Total units
- 192
- Duration
- 2 years 2 years
- CRICOS code
- 109236H
- UniSC program code
- SC705
Required courses (14) 192 units
SEC601 Advanced Health Assessment
SEC602 Research Project A
SEC603 Research Project B
SEC604 Research Project C
BUS703 Research Project F
ICT701 Systems Analysis
ICT703 Network Technology and Management
PRM701 Managing Data
SEC701 Data Visualisation
SEC705 Communication and Thought
SEC706 Introduction to the Internet of Things
SEC707 Introduction to Engineering Design
SCI700 Introductory Calculus(24 units)
SCI701 Foundations of Engineering(24 units)
To be considered for admission candidates would normally be required to possess an undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution with a technology-related course work component or equivalent.
Please note that offshore international students enrolling in this program can only study it fully online. Onshore international students on a Student Visa must study on campus.
Technology requirements
Students must also meet the computing requirements for cyber security programs.
English language requirements
Special selection criteria
Prior to any potential industry placement, a finger print national Criminal History Check may be required from students. Please contact the Program Coordinator prior to commencement for more information.
- Successfully complete 192 units as outlined in the program structure.
- CSP estimate
- A$9,866
- Fee-paying estimate
- A$23,598 - 2024 Fees
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$28,000