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Master of Information Technology in Specialisation in Cyber Security
The Education Center of Australia
- Brisbane, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A two-year Master of Information Technology (AQF 9) specialising in Cyber Security.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate advanced ideas and evidence in Information Technology in Specialisation in Cyber Security. Apply suitable research and professional methods. Communicate clear
- Evidence-informed conclusions to specialist audiences.
Career outcomes
- ICT security specialist
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Security engineer
- Incident response specialist
- Ethical hacker or penetration tester
- Risk and compliance manager
- Information security consultant
Curriculum
- Twelve units (96 credit points) over two years: the IT foundation core of Information Systems
- Data and Information Management and Software and Systems Design
- Specialisation units such as Securing IT Systems
- Cyber Defence and Cyber Security Management
- and a capstone Applied Project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or higher in any discipline
- or completion of a postgraduate preparation program.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or higher in any discipline, or completion of a postgraduate preparation program.
Documents you’ll need
- Degree transcripts
- Academic certificates
- Language proficiency evidence if required
- Curriculum vitae or references if requested.
How to apply
- Review the entry requirements and available intake for the chosen program. Prepare academic transcripts and any other documents specified for the program. Complete the institution online application form. Submit evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Monitor the application portal and respond to admission requests. Arrange the appropriate student visa or study permit after receiving an offer if required.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,600 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $4,900 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Brisbane |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Asia Pacific International College |
| Department | Computer Science and Information Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 96 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | APIC Global Achievement (offshore), Future Leaders (onshore) and Diversity and Success scholarships, Up to 34-36 percent off 2026 fees (https://apicollege. Edu. Au/scholarship/). |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $24,600 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $4,900 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.