Master of Cyber Security (Accelerated Online)
Course code J97
This coursework degree is designed to meet the demand for cyber security professionals within government, law enforcement and industry.
The course provides a pathway for existing information technology professionals seeking to commence or further progress their careers in the cyber security domain. It is also relevant to those seeking to enter the IT profession who have no previous experience in the cyber security discipline.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
J97
Admissions
Fees
Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $23,850
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
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| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
J97
Fees
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||
| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
This course is not offered for study on-campus to international students with a student visa.
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| CYB6001 | Cyber Security | 20 |
| CYB6002 | Networking Technologies | 20 |
| CYB6003 | Network Security | 20 |
| CYB6006 | Ethical Hacking and Defence | 20 |
| CYB6007 | Digital Forensics | 20 |
| CYB6011 | Information Warfare | 20 |
| Unit from Specialisation | x 3 | 60 |
| CYB6012 | Cyber Project 1 | 20 |
| CYB6013 | Cyber Project 2 | 20 |
| CYB6014 | Cyber Project 3 | 20 |
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookSpecialisations you can study in this course
Course notes
Important course notes
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Students undertake one unit at a time in the fully online, accelerated delivery mode (7 weeks).
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply communication skills to demonstrate innovative methods, solutions and contributions in addressing cyber security focused issues.
- Apply evidence-based strategies to investigate and synthesise solutions to cyber security related technical or governance problems.
- Reflect critically on a complex body of cyber security focused knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a significant cyber security project.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $23,850 *
* Domestic fee paying - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course prepares students for careers in the field of cyber security, including areas such as network security, computer forensics, network forensics, security assessment, information warfare and cyber security management, policy, governance and technical analysis.
Possible future job titles
Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Officer, Technical IT Security Officer, Network Security Engineer, Digital Forensic Practitioner (Acquisition and Analysis), Information Security Auditor, Information Security Analyst, Security Consultant, Software Auditor, Systems Administrator (Security), Information Security Officer, Penetration Tester, Computer Forensics Investigator, Computer Forensic examiner, Computer Forensic Analyst, Network Security Investigator, Cyber Policy, Cyber Governance
Similar courses to consider
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Students interested in completing a PhD in Cyber Security should consider the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated).
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