Master of Cyber Security

Program Overview

Charles Sturt University's Master of Cyber Security is an online program that equips students with advanced cyber security skills and knowledge. Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, it covers contemporary topics such as digital forensics and cyberwarfare. The program offers a strong technical focus, preparing graduates for specialized cyber security roles in law enforcement, management, network security, and cyberwarfare.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Cyber Security from Charles Sturt University is an online program that provides advanced cyber security skills and knowledge, allowing graduates to move into specialized cyber security roles. It is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and has a strong technical focus, covering contemporary topics in cyber security, such as digital forensics, hacking countermeasures, and cyberwarfare and terrorism.

Objectives:

The program aims to provide students with:

• Advanced cyber security skills and knowledge
• Specialized training in contemporary cyber security topics
• Preparation for industry-recognized cyber security certifications
• The ability to apply learning and insights in real-time, having an immediate impact on their organizations

Program Description:

The Master of Cyber Security is a 1.5-year full-time or 3-year part-time program that includes:

• Core subjects: These subjects provide a foundation in cyber security fundamentals, information security, digital forensics, hacking countermeasures, cyberwarfare and terrorism, and professional systems security.
• Elective subjects: Students choose elective subjects from two groups: Academic subjects (e.g., topics in information technology ethics, cloud computing, network security and cryptography) and Industry subjects (e.g., incident response, forensic investigation, architecting cloud solutions, cyber security management, pen testing).
• Capstone subject: Students complete a capstone subject in emerging technologies and innovation in the final session of study.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Assignments
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Presentations
• Exams

Teaching:

The program is delivered online through a combination of:

• Video lectures
• Interactive digital environments
• Close communication with academics and peers
• Intensive schools (optional)

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Cyber Security are prepared for careers in:

• Law enforcement (investigating and analyzing cybercrimes)
• Cyber security management (designing and delivering cyber security systems)
• Network security (enhancing network security and securing business operations)
• Cyberwarfare and terrorism (addressing national and international efforts to improve community safety)