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Students
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,000
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
4 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Cybersecurity | Network Security
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Security Services
Education type
Fully Online
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 30,000
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-07-14-
About Program

Program Overview


Master of Cyber Security (Advanced)

Course Overview

The Master of Cyber Security (Advanced) is designed to prepare students with the comprehensive knowledge, skills, and ethical understanding required to actively engage in the fast-evolving challenges of the digital landscape. Students are encouraged to explore emerging technologies, anticipate future threats, and develop creative solutions that stay ahead of cyber adversaries.


What Can I Do?

  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Cyber Security Architect
  • Cyber Security Manager
  • Forensic Computer Analyst
  • Cyber Risk and Governance Consultant
  • Cyber Security Policy Officer

Course Outcome

Master of Cybersecurity (Advanced)


Simulations and War Games

Be immersed in our world-class Cyber Security Training Operation Centre, which comprises attack and defence rooms, monitoring rooms for hacking/triaging web data, and data centres to incorporate IT infrastructure providing real-world opportunities for future cyber security professionals.


Cybersecurity Lego City Simulated Space

The LEGO City allows students to attack and defend city infrastructure, simulating the impact of a real cyber-attack. The state-of-the-art centre unlocks a world of opportunities for students to gain advanced cyber security skills using the latest equipment and technology, all under the guidance of our industry-experienced educators.


Academic Scholarships Available

Getting a practical, industry-connected degree just got easier thanks to TAFE Queensland’s Academic Scholarships. Save up to $750 per unit in your first semester – that could mean an extra $3,000 to help support your study journey. Eligible students will automatically receive the scholarship upon successful enrolment, no additional applications required (T&Cs apply).


What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 160 credit points comprising 11 core units (120 credit points) and elective units (40 credit points) from the list below.


Core Units

  • CYB801: Cyber Security Risk and Incident Management
  • CYB802: Cyber Security Law and Ethics
  • CYB803: Information and Network Security
  • CYB804: Applied Project
  • CYB805: Cyber Security Policy and Governance
  • CYB806: Penetration Testing and Defence
  • CYB901: Cyber Security Project Management
  • CYB902: Emerging Cyber Security Threats
  • CYB903: Professional Project
  • CYB904: Psychology of Cybercriminals
  • CYB906: Cyber Project 3

Elective Units

  • CYB807: Digital Forensics
  • CYB808: Operational Technology
  • CYB905: Cyber Project 1 and 2
  • CYB907: Applied Digital Forensics and Law

Ways to Study

  • Online
  • International

Choose Your Study Location

  • Greater Brisbane
  • Gold Coast

On Campus with Some Online

You’ll primarily learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom.


Study Mode

  • Online with on campus practical training (Coomera)
  • Online with on campus practical training (South Bank)

Campus

  • Coomera
  • South Bank

Start Date

  • 14 Jul 2025
  • 27 Jan 2026

Duration

  • 4 years
  • 2 years

Workload

  • Part time 2 nights per week
  • Full time 4 nights per week

Annual Indicative Cost

  • Domestic: $12,000 - $24,000
  • International: $30,000

Class Format

  • Teacher-led, Scheduled
  • Virtual Class: Yes (for online with on campus practical training), No (for on campus with some online)

Assessment

  • Online, On-Campus
  • Teacher Comms: Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Master of Cyber Security (Advanced) (HED008)


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COURSE CODE: HED008


Payment Options

  • Payment plan
  • Upfront payment
  • International student payment
  • Fee Help

Entry Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree within the last six years or other qualification at a higher AQF level in a relevant related discipline
  • Five years of relevant IT industry/work experience
  • Evidence of academic capability deemed to be equivalent
  • Combination of the above

Language Requirements

  • PTE: Minimum overall score of 58 and a minimum score of 58 in each of the four communicative skills
  • IELTS: 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL: iBT: 79 (19 reading, 20 listening, 20 speaking, 24 writing)
  • OET: pass at “B” level in each of four components

Placement

This course comprises hands-on tasks that enable you to work with industry and apply theory to practice in a collaborative, simulated real-world environment at TAFE Queensland, in a placement or in your own workplace.


Important Information

  • View the Course Information handbook
  • Criminal History check
  • Advanced Standing

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.


How to Apply

  • Direct application
  • Apply through QTAC
  • For International students

Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.


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