Master of Cyber Security

University of Newcastle

Overview

Access our industry-leading cyber security labs – our System Security Lab, Smart Network Infrastructure Security Lab and Malware Lab each offer a range of advanced technologies and are setup to ensure each student has access to virtual machines to provide an isolated and secure environment to learn in. Our labs use advanced VMware based virtualisation technology, can be used to run cyber hackathons and develop real-world applications in a safe and controlled environment.

• Place yourself at the forefront of a growth industry – there is currently a major shortage of cyber security workers, with leading independent and not-for-profit organisation AustCyber estimating that Australia could need almost 18,000 additional cyber security workers by 2026*
• Learn from global leaders in the field – the Master of Cyber Security program design from University of Newcastle was led by the University’s Global Innovation Chair in Cyber Security, Professor Vijay Varadharajan, with substantial contribution from academic and industry partners.
• Enhance your career opportunities – this degree was created specifically to address the needs and demands of both individuals and industry. Develop analytical skills and cryptographic techniques that are essential to organisations looking to employ secure network protocols.
• Project-based learning- students have the opportunity to carry out a 2 semester (1 year) practical project in Cyber Security, done via WIL and placement or in collaboration with industry. This is particularly important for students to gain industrial experience in cyber security, which is highly valuable for their careers.

Career opportunities

Upon graduation, this program will allow you to harness your expertise in cyber security to work in a variety of industry sectors.

Career options may include:

• Cryptographer
• Cyber security analyst
• Cyber security architect
• Devops engineer
• IT security engineer
• Network engineer
• Security consultant
• Security system developer
• Security system manager
• Systems administrator