Overview

As the knowledge economy continues, information is now the most important asset for businesses. Companies with a proactive and protective information-governance program create opportunities to maximise the value of all business information. They ensure regulatory compliance and minimise risk in an increasingly security-conscious global environment.

At Western Sydney University, the continually changing information landscape has led to the development of our Master of Information Governance degree. The only program of its kind, this degree transforms you into a professional with cross-disciplinary knowledge of information governance, including an in-depth understanding of the leading issues in business, law and computing.

If you want to be a leader in information management and data security, apply for our upcoming intake.

Your career

As an information governance graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:

Information management
Data security

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Commercial Law
Programming Proficiency
The Nature of Data
Compliance Management
Network Technologies
Systems Analysis and Database Management Systems
Strategic Business Management
Information Security Management
Information and Data Governance Law and Policy
Applied Cybersecurity
IT Project Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-17 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Paramatta, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Cyber Security View 118 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 095722B

Applicants must have:

Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline, OR
a minimum five years full-time professional work experience in Information and Communications Technologies or related areas AND write an expression of interest outlining their experience, knowledge and skills and how it has prepared them for study. The expression of interest will be assessed by the School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

41219 AUD / year

≈ 41219 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

38224 AUD / year

≈ 38224 AUD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Information Governance.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Your career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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