Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
Cybersecurity is always in the spotlight, whether its a story about data breaches, election hacking or phishing scams that cost people more than they can afford to lose. And with increasing levels of cybercrime, governments and businesses everywhere are competing for experts with the right mix of technical and applied skills to secure their organisation against the growing threat cybercrime poses. The technical Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security provides up to date knowledge and
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde
- NSW · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 099172F
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Course overview
Cybersecurity is always in the spotlight, whether its a story about data breaches, election hacking or phishing scams that cost people more than they can afford to lose. And with increasing levels of cybercrime, governments and businesses everywhere are competing for experts with the right mix of technical and applied skills to secure their organisation against the growing threat cybercrime poses. The technical Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security provides up to date knowledge and practical training for a successful career in the burgeoning field of cybersecurity, which is facing a global shortage of skilled professionals. Completing this degree will arm you with technical skills in cryptography, networks, artificial intelligence and mobile data communications.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Australian bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent 24 | 2027 ONSHORE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE | Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Australian bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent 24 | 2027 ONSHORE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE |
Additional entry requirement
Recognised AQF-7-equivalent bachelor degree; course-specific WAM, discipline, qualification or experience; 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 2 | Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde | — | — | $44,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus at North Ryde
PrimaryNSW
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park
NSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Information Technology in Cyber Securitymq.edu.au
- Macquarie Universitymq.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Academic Entry for International Students - Undergraduate (July 2026)Official source
- Macquarie Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- Academic entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
- Macquarie official 2027 Coursefinder pagesOfficial source
- Macquarie English language requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source