Overview

The Cyber Security program at University of New South Wales consists of one-third coursework (equivalent to one-year full-time study) and two-thirds research (equivalent to two-years full-time study) which may be in an area encountered by the student while undertaking coursework.

The programme

High level professional practice in the field of cyber security involves the continuous improvement of the associated body of knowledge in order to manage the ever-increasing complexity of information security and assurance. This extension requires significant experience and a mastery of the professional body of knowledge, underpinned by strong research skills.

In this program, mastery of the professional body of knowledge is achieved in the coursework component, which builds on prior education and the experience gained through professional practice.

Based on this mastery of the professional body of knowledge, the thesis component of the program develops the research skills necessary for an experienced practitioner to be able to make a significant contribution to the continuous improvement of professional practice in the field of cyber security.

Programme Structure

The degree consists of one third coursework (equivalent to two semesters full-time study) and two thirds research (equivalent to a minimum of four semesters full-time study) which may be taken in an area encountered by the student while undertaking coursework.

All coursework must be completed before the commencement of the dissertation. Assessment of the research component is as for other final higher research degrees, i.e. award / not award / re-submit.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00

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More details

Applicants must submit their application (and all required documentation) at least eight (8) weeks before.

Language

English

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90

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64

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

Cyber Security

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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64

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6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS 093555F

A candidate for the degree shall have been awarded an undergraduate degree from the University of New South Wales or a qualification considered equivalent from another university or tertiary institution at a level acceptable to the Committee, and shall have completed the qualifying program to an approved standard.

The UNSW qualifying programs are one of the following degrees or their equivalent:

Master of Cyber Security (8628),
Master of Cyber Security (Operations) (8629)
Master of Cyber Security, Strategy and Diplomacy (8631)

The standard required is an average of 75 or better in the candidate's qualifying program. In addition, a research proposal must be submitted as soon as feasible after completion of the qualifying program. Admission to the program will be conditional on the viability of the research proposal.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

50640 AUD / year

≈ 50640 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

41040 AUD / year

≈ 41040 AUD / year

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 AUD / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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