Master of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

Program Overview

The Master of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics program equips students with skills in protecting computer systems and networks, as well as discovering and recording digital forensic evidence. The program offers a combination of cybersecurity and digital forensics courses, along with elective options, and prepares graduates for careers in computer forensic and security, information security, and network administration. Students can choose to complete a thesis or a project as part of the program.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Master of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics addresses the need for professionals in the field of computer system and network security.
• Objectives: The program aims to develop skills in protecting assets and information by securing networks and computer systems.
Additionally, it fosters skills in discovering and recording digital forensic evidence of crimes and malicious behavior by extracting data from various devices.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program consists of a combination of cybersecurity and digital forensics courses, along with elective options.
• Structure: Students can choose to complete six courses and undertake a 90-point thesis, or eight courses and a 60-point project.
• Course Schedule:
• Core Courses:
• COMP831 Cybercrime and Cybersecurity
• COMP832 Digital Forensics Tools and Techniques
• COMP833 Network Security and Forensics
• ENGE817 STEM Research Methods
• Elective Courses:
• COMP816 Internet of Things and Applications
• COMP821 Information Security
• COMP830 Cryptography and Cryptanalysis
• COMP834 Research Readings
• COMP836 Special Topic
• COMP842 Applied Blockchains and Cryptocurrencies

Teaching:

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates may pursue careers as computer forensic and security specialists, forensic analysts, information security specialists, network and IT system administrators, software developers and architects, and members of computer emergency response teams.
• Opportunities: The program provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships and research projects.
• Outcomes: Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to secure employment in the fields of cybersecurity and digital forensics.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Domestic $10,607 (for 120 points) ($9,461 tuition fees + $1146 student services levy) International $42,046 (for 120 points) ($40,900 tuition fees + $1146 student services levy)