Torrens University Australia
Master of Cybersecurity
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 19 months
- Course Type: Master's
Master advanced software and network security principles, engineer human-centric solutions for digital fortresses and ethically deploy AI for public safety.
Course overview
The Master of Cybersecurity is a response to the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals amid a rise in global cybercrime.
This qualification will elevate your existing cybersecurity career, substantiating your positioning as a leader in Industry 4.0. Throughout the course, you will enhance your ability to develop innovative solutions to cybersecurity problems.
Key facts
Fitzroy
Fortitude Valley
Wakefield Street
1st June, 2026
14th September, 2026
What you will study
This Master of Cybersecurity comprises 11 core subjects, including one 20-credit point subject.
- Network Design and Security
- Cybersecurity Principles and Organisational Practice
- Principles of Programming
- Software Fortress and Web Protection
- IoT Cloud and Digital Infrastructure Protection
- Intelligent Systems
- Research Methodologies
- Machine Principles
- Cybersecurity for Sustainable Enterprises
- Human-Centric Cybersecurity in a Smart Society
- Information Technology Work Integrated Learning (20 credit points)
Entry requirements
Before you begin your application to study as a domestic student, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
- Completion of a qualification at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above in Information Technology, Business Information Systems or relevant disciplines.
- Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level which may include approval of prior study or successful completion of a readiness assessment.
English Language Proficiency
- IELTS level 6.5 required, with no element less than six (or equivalent TOEFL, CAE or PTE).
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with Torrens University Australia. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Develop and construct agile cybersecurity solutions to defend against cybersecurity breaches and attacks.
- Evaluate emerging cybersecurity threats, risks and solutions to safeguard a dependable and trustworthy digital society.
- Critically analyse cybersecurity operations and their impacts on businesses to advise individuals and enterprises.
- Assess human and technology requirements using agile approaches to protect human and digital infrastructures.
- Evaluate and select appropriate cybersecurity tools and methodologies to enable proactive cybersecurity solutions.
- Communicate cybersecurity solutions to technical and nontechnical audiences to facilitate cybersecurity best practices.
- Demonstrate ethical and professional leadership to uphold and protect individuals, enterprises and societies.
- Apply sound judgment, effective management, and collaborative skills to lead or participate in multi-cultural, diverse, global communities.
- Undertake 192 hours of experience by completing an internship or working on a live brief.
Career outcomes
This qualification will equip you with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to seek professional-level employment in generalist or leadership roles in the IT and cybersecurity industries.
- Chief Security Officer
- Cybersecurity Executives
- Information Security Director
- Cybersecurity Lead
- Security Program Leader
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative price per 10-credit-point subject in 2025: $4,019 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total price in 2025: $48,228 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fees are calculated based on a full-time study load of 11 subjects, including one 20-credit-point subject.
This course may contain subjects at double, triple or quadruple credit points. Subject prices are based on 10-credit-point blocks.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.