Overview

The aim of the Master of Cyber Security is to provide computing professionals with the theoretical knowledge and technical and communication skills necessary to prevent, investigate, and respond to cyber security threats and incidents. The course also provides a pathway to doctorate level study within the cyber security discipline area.

Admission and Credit

Admission

Entry Requirement

Language requirements

Standard

Structure

Essential set96 Credit Points

Enrolment Pattern

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate and apply advanced knowledge of current trends within areas such as digital forensics, the dark web, cyberwarfare and terrorism, and incident response
2.
Investigate and critically reflect on emerging cyber security developments, particularly those that relate to cyberwarfare, the dark web, and cybercrime prevention and detection
3.
Effectively communicate cyber security concepts and solutions to people across an organisation, from end-users to upper management
4.
Employ research skills relevant to the practice of cyber security within a professional context
5.
Demonstrate application of knowledge and skills through a capstone experience

Related courses

Professional accreditation

Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Notes :https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/professional-accreditation

Partners

Educational

Alternative exit options

The Master and Graduate Certificate make up an articulated set of courses and credit is given in each higher level course for the subjects completed in the lower.