About this course
The Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) has been designed with significant industry and expert academic engagement to ensure that it is fit-for-purpose for graduates entering the cyber security field. The course comprises 160 credit points across core units, elective units and 2 capstone projects at AQF Level 9.
Fees and scholarships
| Item | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | A$28,750 | per year |
| Net fee | A$28,750 | first year, after maximum scholarship |
| Application fee | A$0 | one off |
Fees are set by the university and can change. A scholarship is not confirmed until the university awards it, and the amount shown is the maximum available rather than an amount you will receive.
Entry requirements
Relevant Bachelors Degree
- Minimum percentage: 50%
- Age ≤ 18
English language requirements
| Test | Overall | Minimum in each part |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | 52 |
What you will study
Core modules
- MIT 101 Information Technologies and Systems
- MIT 102 Computer Networks and Applications
- MIT 103 Building Blocks of Coding
- MIT 104 IT Project Lifecycle Management
- MIT 105 Data Analytics
- IT 106 Security Risk Management and Governance
- MIT 201 Digital Forensics
- MIT 202 Dark Web
- MIT 207 Project 1 (Proposal & Design)
- MIT 208 Project 2 (Implementation)
Where it can lead
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Network Security Engineer
- Information Security Manager
- Chief Information Officer
- IT Helpdesk Manager
These are fields graduates of this course commonly work in. They are not a guarantee of employment.
Documents you will need
- Passport
- Matric Degree
- Intermediate Degree
- Bachelor Degree (If Applicable)
- Bachelor Transcript (If Applicable)
- CV
- Experience Letter
Why Melbourne Institute of Higher Education
- Industry-focused curriculum: Study digital forensics, dark web investigations, cyber threats, IoT security, mobile security, cyber law and risk governance
- Practical learning: Gain hands-on experience through lab work, case studies and two capstone projects covering project design and implementation.
- Advanced professional skills: Develop expertise in secure software, cryptography, incident response, cloud and network security, and organisational risk management.
- Strong career pathways: Prepare for roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Engineer and Information Security Manager.
Course details are taken from the university and are correct as far as we know at the time of publication. Entry requirements, fees and intake dates are set by the university and can change. Nothing on this page is an offer of admission, a confirmed scholarship, or an assessment of your visa eligibility.