Master of Cybersecurity
Master of Cybersecurity
The Master of Cybersecurity is designed to meet the need for specialised industry professionals to help organisations and society manage the increasing challenges of creating and maintaining secure online systems. The course is aimed at computing science, information technology or computer engineering graduates, with or without cybersecurity experience, who wish…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Cybersecurity is designed to meet the need for specialised industry professionals to help organisations and society manage the increasing challenges of creating and maintaining secure online systems. The course is aimed at computing science, information technology or computer engineering graduates, with or without cybersecurity experience, who wish to learn or extend their knowledge of cybersecurity in various contexts.
The postgraduate cybersecurity program provides IT and computing professionals with the opportunity to upskill and meet the demands of this rapidly changing field. Students in the program engage in practical, hands-on learning using technologies to create and manage secure networks, systems and devices. The program covers a broad range of current and emerging areas of cybersecurity, including network security, cloud security, mobile platform security, and IoT security.
There is strong industry demand for cybersecurity professionals with advanced technical capabilities and an understanding of the risks and opportunities in this growing field. This course provides ideal preparation for graduates seeking careers in cybersecurity.
Careers
Career options include security analyst, security engineer, ICT security specialist.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
