Overview

In today’s digital economy, cybersecurity is not just a technical necessity, it is a business imperative. With the UAE ranked among the top countries in cyber resilience, and initiatives like Dubai Cyber Security Strategy leading the way, skilled cybersecurity professionals are more critical than ever.

The Master of Cyber Security programme from Curtin University offers a comprehensive and future-facing education that addresses both the technical and governance aspects of cybersecurity. From threat analysis and ethical hacking to risk management and policy development, the programme develops your ability to protect systems, networks, and data in a hyperconnected world.

Career Opportunities

Industries you could work in:

Government & Cyber Intelligence

Fintech & Digital Banking

Health and Public Sector

Cloud Computing

E-Commerce

IT Infrastructure & Risk Management

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Incident Handling and Forensics in Network Defence

Penetration Testing

Secure DevOps

Intrusion Detection

Computer Science Project

Data Network Security

STEM Research Methodologies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission criteria

A recognised 4-year degree in IT, Computational Science or Engineering, OR A 3-year degree in the above fields + 2 years relevant work experience.

English language requirements

IELTS overall band score of 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, or equivalent

CRICOS Provider Code 00301J

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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

84000 AED / year

≈ 84000 AED / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

84000 AED / year

≈ 84000 AED / year

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

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

Living costs

Dubai

Funding

Scholarships Information

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