The University of Melbourne
Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Information Technology is for students who want to gain advanced technical IT skills and expertise in computing, cybersecurity, distributed computing, human-computer interaction or artificial intelligence. You’ll be equipped to create technical solutions and drive success in business, government, health, entertainment, society and more.
Discover how to create new technologies to improve existing security and minimise vulnerability in design systems.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
The Master of Information Technology caters equally to those with a limited IT background looking for in-depth technical and theoretical education and those with strong experience in the domain. Depending on your work experience and undergraduate qualification, you may be eligible for credit to the course to reduce it to either an 18 month (150 point) or 12 month (100 point) full-time program.
200 point program
This degree is for students without work experience. The first 50 points (one semester equivalent) of subjects are chosen to fill in gaps in knowledge from your prior course of study.
- Any undergraduate degree
- With a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%), or equivalent *
- One technical subject focused on computer programming (taken at any tertiary year level)
- Include a detailed syllabus for any programming subjects undertaken. Your syllabus must contain as much detail as possible so that you can be assessed for entry into the program.
150 point program
Up to 50 points of credit may be awarded to applicants who have:
- A three-year undergraduate degree with a major in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related discipline
- With a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent *
100 point program
Up to 100 points of credit may be awarded to applicants who have:
- A four-year undergraduate degree with a major in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related discipline
- With a weighted average mark of at least H3 (65%) or equivalent * and either:
- Studies in the area of specialisation at an advanced undergraduate level or higher; or
- Two years of documented relevant work experience in the area of specialisation.
Documentation of work experience
If you are applying for the 100-point program on the basis of relevant work experience, your application must include documentary evidence (such as a letter from your current or previous employer on letterhead) that confirms the nature of the work, its duration, its full-time or part-time status and your position or role. This documentary evidence must be an original or original certified copy.
English language requirements
- IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL Internet-based test*: 79 + Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13
- Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
- Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) will prepare you for the following roles.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Security Officers oversee a team of ICT technicians, support staff, and systems analysts to ensure the security of an organisatio...
Cyber Security Consultant
Cyber Security Consultants provide advisory services to corporate organisations, SMEs, non-profits and government agencies — helping them develop s...
Cyber Security Manager
Cyber Security Managers are ICT professionals who oversee the protection of an organisation’s digital assets, cloud-based systems, and online infra...
Head of Cyber Security
A Head of Cyber Security oversees digital security for an organisation. You might ensure the safety of operating systems and make sure database man...
Security Consultant
A Security Consultant provides advice and assistance to organisations needing to improve their security systems. You might be employed as a Securit...
About The University of Melbourne
Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.
At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.
We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.
