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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

109236H

Duration

2 years 2 years 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.
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$)

A$9,151 / A$21,915 - 2023 Fees CSP / Fee-paying
CSP / Fee-paying
A$27,800 / A$55,600 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

Start

  • 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.

Start
  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2
  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2
  • Trimester 3
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
  • Online
Total courses
14
Total units
192
Duration
2 years 2 years
CRICOS code
109236H
UniSC program code
SC705
Program structure
Required courses (14) 192 units

SEC601 Pluralistic Couple and Family Counselling
SEC602 Advanced Social Research
SEC603 Introduction to Cybersecurity
SEC604 Ethics in Digital Investigation and Cyber Security
BUS703 Introduction to Device & Network Security
ICT701 Cryptography, Blockchain and Security
ICT703 Evidenced Based Decision Making
PRM701 Managing Data
SEC701 Programming
SEC705 Project Management Principles
SEC706 Cyber Laws and the Rules of Evidence
SEC707 Digital Forensics 1
SCI700 Network Forensics(24 units)
SCI701 Digital Forensics 2: Advanced concepts in Digital Forensics(24 units)

 

Study sequences

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

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

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.

Program requirements
  • Successfully complete 192 units as outlined in the program structure.

CSP estimate
A$9,151
Fee-paying estimate
A$21,915 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$27,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$55,600