Master of Cybersecurity Analysis

Masters (Coursework)

Cybersecurity analysis focuses on the policy dimension of cybersecurity. The highly practical Master of Cyber Security Analysis - developed in consultation with cybersecurity experts from government and industry - is designed to directly address the cybersecurity skills gap in Australia...

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1.5 years full-time

Course Code

099508J

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$29,200 per year / $43,800 total

About this course

Cybersecurity analysis focuses on the policy dimension of cybersecurity. The highly practical Master of Cyber Security Analysis - developed in consultation with cybersecurity experts from government and industry - is designed to directly address the cybersecurity skills gap in Australia and overseas by training the next generation of policy and strategic thinkers in cybersecurity.

Key features:

Critically analyse real-world cybersecurity issues
Participate in dynamic simulations and war games that replicate the multidisciplinary groups that tackle security issues in the real world
Increase your knowledge and your employability through elective units from a wide range of disciplines.

Entry requirements

Entry requirement for 1.5 years (full-time, or equivalent duration if available part-time):

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent OR
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning OR
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65.

For study duration of 1 year (full-time, or equivalent duration if available part-time), refer to course entry requirements.

Minimum Prior Qualification

Bachelor

Study locations

North Ryde

Online

Career pathways

Professions include:

Cybersecurity analyst
Network consultant
Network security consultant
Police officer
Risk analyst
Security consultant
Solutions architect

Course structure

This degree comprises of two zones:

core (compulsory units = 80 credit points)
flexible (select from a range of electives = 40 credit points).

Refer to the Course Structure for more information and details on specific units.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at Macquarie University.

71.4%

Overall satisfaction

81%

Skill scale

66.7%

Teaching scale

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