Master of Cyber Security

The Master of Cyber Security is structured in four parts: Part A: Foundation Information Technology Studies (4 credit points) Part B: Fundamental Cyber Security Studies (4 credit points) Part C: Mastery Cyber Security Studies (4 credit points) Part D: Cyber Security Capstone Studies (4 credit points). To complete the Master of Cyber Security, you must pass 8, 12 or 16 credit points. The number of credit points required may vary, depending on your entry point or how much credit you receive as recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on your professional experience and previous qualifications. A 16-credit point Master of Cyber Security includes: DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Meridian University (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period 15 credit points of core units 1 credit point course elective unit (level 7 SIT or MIS-coded unit). Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year. Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.

Duration: 2 years full-time equivalent.

This course lists 4 core units.

Core units

• Database Fundamentals
• Object-Oriented Development
• Software Requirements Analysis and Modelling
• Web Technologies and Development

Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum course entry requirements to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission. Depending on your professional experience and previous qualifications, you may commence this course with Recognition for Prior Learning credit and complete your course sooner.

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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.^ Cyber security is not just limited to 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 incident response analyst operations support analyst penetration tester security analyst security architect security consultant security operations centre (SOC) analyst security operations manager security system developer or programmer security system manager threat intelligence analyst Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) specialist Security Operations Center (SOC manager digital forensics specialist. * 2024 Employment Projections – for the ten years to 2034, Jobs and Skills Australia. ^ World Economic Forum’s ‘The Future of Jobs Report 2025’.