Overview

In an increasingly digital world, cyberattacks are an everyday occurrence. As a result, cyber security professionals are in high demand globally to protect organisations in all sectors from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Deakin’s Master of Cyber Security equips you with the specialised skills to investigate and combat cybercrime, preparing you for a successful career in cyber security anywhere in the world.

Throughout the Cyber Security programme from Deakin University, you will learn how to detect, analyse and confront cyber security challenges. You will focus on a range of studies and gain knowledge about system security and digital forensics, analytics, organisational security, and human aspects of cyber security. This vital experience prepares you to counter the number one criminal threat to modern-day society.

Career Outcome

The rapid growth of cybercrime has created unparalleled opportunities for those with cyber security expertise. Jobs in database and systems administration, as well as ICT security, are projected to grow by 24.7% by November 2034.* Security management specialists also rank among the top five fastest-growing roles worldwide, with information security analysts appearing in the top 15.^

Cyber security is not just limited to the realm of IT. It exists in the health, science, automotive, and agriculture sectors, among others. Other areas might include government, military, banking, telecommunications, and retail. Wherever digital information is present, there is a need for specialists to combat cybercrime and cyber terrorism. After completing this course, you will have the skills to carve out your niche in an ever-evolving landscape.

Career options are varied, allowing you to work anywhere in the world as a:

business continuity or IT security engineer

cyber security specialist

cyber security manager

DevSecOps developer

information security auditor

infrastructure specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Object-Oriented Development

Database and Information Retrieval

Software Requirements Analysis and Modelling

Web Technologies and Development

Value of Information

Analytics for Security and Privacy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-11-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-26 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

8 alternative credits

8, 12 or 16 credit points.

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Geelong, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Admission is based on:

Bachelor’s Honours (AQF8) degree in a related discipline
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, plus two years relevant work experience
Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same discipline
Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent

1.5 years full time (3 years part time) – 12 credit points

Admissions is based on:

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, plus two years relevant work experience
Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a related discipline
Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent

2 years full time (4 years part time) – 16 credit points

Admissions is based on:

Bachelor’s degree or other qualification at a higher AQF level in any discipline
Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent

CRICOS code: 093941G Waurn Ponds (Geelong)

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Tuition Fees

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44200 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

34400 AUD / year

≈ 34400 AUD / year

Living costs

Geelong

Australia

1000 - 2000 AUD / month

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