Master of Cyber Security Operations

Become a leader in cyber security.

For domestic and international students.

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While cyber criminals develop new ways to find and exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems, organisations worldwide are increasingly relying on the expertise of cyber security managers. Keeping networks running smoothly and protecting sensitive data takes constant monitoring and proper cyber security management. Cyber security managers are responsible for knowing where a network’s vulnerabilities lie and the methods cyber criminals use to infiltrate information systems. They use their expertise and knowledge to avert these efforts.

Degree type

Postgraduate coursework

Duration

1 year full-time

Commencing terms

Semester 1, Semester 2

Program code

8629

Delivery mode

Online (some face-to-face electives)

Overview

The Master of Cyber Security Operations at UNSW Canberra is for postgraduate students and professional managers who wish to gain a more detailed understanding of the managerial and technical skills and expertise required to protect information systems and computer networks from cyber attack. As a Cyber Security Operations graduate, you’ll be able to monitor systems for security gaps, design effective solutions and provide detailed reports to executive management on all aspects of cybersecurity operations.

World-class teaching facilities

The Master of Cyber Security Operations is offered through standard online mode to ensure all students located at different places are available to attend the lecture sessions.

What our students say

“This degree is suitable for people like me who are explaining and dealing with cyber issues to all types of people, from technical developers and service management people to the public and businesspeople. I needed to understand cyber at all these levels.” 

Anne Coull, Master of Cyber Security Operations student

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

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Students undertaking Master of Cyber Security Operations need to complete 48 Units of Credit (UOC) by completing eight 6-UOC courses from the list in the Handbook entry for the program (see the list in Course Availability below).

In the Master of Cyber Security Operations program, students must complete four core courses and four elective courses. Not all elective 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 four core courses are completed first, followed by the four elective courses.

With the approval of the Program Coordinator, students with a High Distinction average in four courses may complete a 12-UOC research project in lieu of two elective courses. The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a specific area or for those intending to undertake a higher-level research qualification.

Students may take up to two elective courses (12 UOC) from other coursework programs with the approval of the Program Coordinator.
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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