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 Leading and Managing Organisations
SEC602 Marketing in a Global Environment
SEC603 Accounting for Managers
SEC604 Evidenced Based Decision Making
BUS703 Economics for Managers
ICT701 Finance and Accounting for Managers
ICT703 Economic Development & Sustainable Livelihoods
PRM701 Education for International Development
SEC701 International Development and Aid
SEC705 Development Practice and Evaluation
SEC706 Governance, Engagement & Capacity Building
SEC707 Engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
SCI700 Communication and Thought(24 units)
SCI701 Introductory Bioscience(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