This Masters by Coursework degree is designed to meet the demand for cyber security professionals within government, law enforcement and industry.
The course engages with, and provides a pathway for, information technology professionals seeking to commence or further progress their careers in the cyber security domain. It is also relevant to those seeking to enter the IT profession who have no previous experience in the cyber discipline.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience;
Reflect critically on a complex body of cyber security focused knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
Apply advanced technical strategies to investigate and synthesise complex concepts within authentic cyber security tasks and assessments.
Apply communication skills to demonstrate innovative methods, solutions and contributions in addressing cyber security focused issues.
Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a complex cyber security research paper or professional project.
AUD $41,600 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.