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Overview
This Master of Cyber Security at RMIT University aims to equip you with the mathematical, technical and business tools to secure an organisation’s information systems.
Secure systems and networks are a vital responsibility for organisations of all sizes and in our increasingly connected world, it is more important than ever. From the latest internet worm to identity theft, danger is no more than a click away.
You will learn about local area network (LAN) security, cryptography, the Advanced Encryption Standard, RSA, smartcards, biometrics, ethical hacking and information systems risk management.
This course includes opportunities for cyber security internships with industry organisations, both large and small.
Career:
Some of the cyber security roles undertaken by RMIT graduates, in both government and private organisations, include:
- penetration testers
- IT risk analysts
- security managers
- forensic analysts
- security auditors
- network security engineers
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Course include:
- Case Studies in Information Security
- Discrete Mathematics
- Programming Fundamentals
- IT Infrastructure and Security
- Cryptography for Cyber Security
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Computer Sciences IT Security Cyber Security View 138 other Masters in Computer Sciences in AustraliaExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 2
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS number: 055526D
- An Australian bachelor degree in computing, or IT, or software, or electrical, or electronics, or communications, or mathematics, or physics with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent or
- An Australian bachelor degree in a scientific/engineering/technical field with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4.0 or equivalent, with evidence of at least three years’ current, relevant work experience in the field of IT/ information security.
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International
38400 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 38400 AUD per year during 24 months.
- Domestic students: Commonwealth supported places
Living costs for Melbourne
1501 - 2659 AUD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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