Master of Applied Cyber Security
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
This course will provide you with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of relevant topics and technology pertaining to threats detection, risk analytics, data security, incident response, privacy protection, security audit and compliance, using innovative technologies from leading vendors like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and IBM. Core and elective units will allow you to develop the knowledge and skills to analyse, inspect and prevent cyber risks by adopting new practices and policies, i
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Ballarat
- VIC · +4 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 118539G
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Course overview
This course will provide you with the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of relevant topics and technology pertaining to threats detection, risk analytics, data security, incident response, privacy protection, security audit and compliance, using innovative technologies from leading vendors like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and IBM. Core and elective units will allow you to develop the knowledge and skills to analyse, inspect and prevent cyber risks by adopting new practices and policies, in various sectors including e-commerce, banking, digital health, education, food and agriculture. Capstone projects in privacy, security, trust, analytics and/or data management, incorporate elements of management and leadership to further develop your understanding of technical and business principles.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Postgraduate coursework entry requires an Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent. Some courses impose additional academic or non-academic requirements. 2. Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Postgraduate coursework entry requires an Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent. Some courses impose additional academic or non-academic requirements.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Federation University Ballarat | 1 March 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Federation University Ballarat | 26 July 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Mount Helen (Ballarat) | 26 July 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Online | 26 July 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Mount Helen (Ballarat) | 1 March 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Online | 1 March 2027 | — | $41,400per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Applied Cyber Securityfederation.edu.au
- Federation University of Australiafederation.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International student applicationsOfficial source
- Federation University academic entry requirements by countryOfficial source
- International Course Summary 2026Official source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source