Master of Cyber Security (Advanced Tradecraft)

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For domestic and international students.

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In cyber security, threats and vulnerabilities change daily, but the principles that underpin security intelligence expertise remain the same. Tradecraft in cyber security is a skill set that requires a deep understanding of the cybercrime landscape. Experienced professionals can spot patterns and draw conclusions from contrasting attacks across different sectors. They evaluate situations from the perspective of the attacker, evaluating risks and applying models and solutions to address cyber intelligence challenges.

Degree type

Postgraduate coursework

Duration

1 year full-time

Commencing terms

Semester 1, Semester 2

Program code

8628

Delivery mode

Online (some face-to-face requirements)

Overview

The Master of Cyber Security (Advanced Tradecraft) at UNSW Canberra is for postgraduate students and IT professionals who wish to gain an accelerated introduction to offensive and defensive cyber tradecraft operations including wireless security, reverse engineering and big data analysis in a security context. You can choose electives that allow you to focus on digital or network forensics or critical infrastructure cyber security.

Build your capacity as a cyber security professional for a rewarding and highly sought-after career.

World-class teaching facilities

The Master of Cyber Security (Advanced Tradecraft) is offered primarily via online Delivery Mode due to the nature of the courses.

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For more information on this degree, including entry requirements, see the UNSW Handbook.

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Students undertaking the Master of Cyber Security (Advanced Tradecraft) are required to complete eight courses (48 Units of Credit). Students must complete seven core courses, which provide the underpinning professional knowledge in Advanced Tradecraft, and one of the general electives from the Master of Cyber Security program.

Not all courses will be available in a particular year. The courses in the program may be taken in any order, but it's recommended that the core courses are completed first, followed by the elective courses.

With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students may take up to two elective courses (12 UOC) from other coursework programs.
For information regarding entry requirements, please refer to the UNSW Handbook.
If you have successfully completed approved professional development courses, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning towards future study.

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