Master of Cybersecurity

Cyberspace has profoundly transformed the way we live and do business. We are increasingly relying upon networked applications for assessing information and making critical business decisions, so it is critical for individuals, enterprises, and governments to be able to secure cyberspace from attacks to allow them to effectively conduct their business.

This program is tailored for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those without an IT foundation, aiming to delve into the realm of cyber security. Students in this program will cultivate a holistic understanding of security measures, encompassing network, system, and foundational theories, making it relevant for cyber professionals and aspiring security analysts. In today's interconnected world, foundational cyber security skills are indispensable across all industries, from finance to healthcare, ensuring data integrity and trust. The University of Newcastle’s Master of Cyber Security has been designed to provide you with quality training that will enable you to become a cyber security professional. You will gain extensive knowledge in cyber systems and infrastructures, their applications, along with human and legal aspects of cyber security, which will provide you with the skills to address severe skill shortages in these areas globally.

The Master of Cyber Security is a 160-unit postgraduate qualification.

160 units (2 years): Bachelor’s degree or higher in any discipline AND minimum 1-year relevant work experience. Applicants with relevant professional experience may be considered for up to 40 units of RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).

80 units (1 year): Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline*

Related fields: computer science, software engineering, computer systems and information technology.

Students who complete the UON Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security will receive 40 units of credit towards the Master of Cyber Security.

Applicants who would like their professional qualifications and/or work experience to be considered need to provide certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming their role, duties and period of employment.

TOEFL paper-based test score of 550; TOEFL internet based score of 79; IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5; PTE GSE score of 58; Cambridge English: Advanced score of 58.