University of New England
Master of Cybersecurity and Computing
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop your problem-solving skills to design effective computing and cybersecurity solutions.
Course overview
Secure your future in the burgeoning and dynamic field of cybersecurity with UNE’s Master of Cybersecurity and Computing. If you’re interested in data, asset and network protection, solving complex data challenges and playing a role in protecting critical infrastructure in public and private sector organisations, this degree will ensure you are job-ready.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 96 credit points with no more than 24 credit points at 100-level and at least 60 credit points at 400/500-level.
Complete the following components:
Computing Foundations
Core units
Complete the following units:
- Introduction to Programming and the UNIX Environment
- Discrete Mathematics
Additional Core - Group 1
Complete six credit points from the following units:
- Database Management Systems
- Operating Systems
Additional Core - Group two
And complete six credit points from the following units:
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
Cybersecurity Postgraduate Foundations
Core units
Complete the following unit:
- Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Privacy
Additional Core - Group one
Complete 12 credit points from the following units:
- Cryptography
- Ethical Hacking
- Cybersecurity Risk and Project Management
- Cloud Security
Additional Core - Group two
Complete six credit points from the following units:
- Computer Networks and Network Security
- Information Privacy
Cybersecurity Postgraduate Intermediate
Prescribed units
Complete six credit points from the following units:
- Computer Networks and Network Security
- Information Privacy
Additional prescribed
And complete 12 credit points from the following units:
- Cryptography
- Ethical Hacking
- Cybersecurity Risk and Project Management
- Cloud Security
Listed units
Complete six credit points from the following units:
- Intrusion Detection
- Software Project Management
Cybersecurity Postgraduate Advanced
Research Thesis or Industry Project
Complete either the Research Thesis or Industry Project:
Research Thesis
Complete the following unit:
- Computing Science/IT Thesis (24 credit points)
Industry Project
Core unit
Complete the following unit:
- Cybersecurity Project (12 credit points)
Listed units
Complete 12 credit points from the following units:
- Software Project Management
- Artificial Intelligence
- Intrusion Detection
- Number Theory
Enter requirements
This course is offered under two admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification or above (AQF Level 7, 8 or 9 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A.
Rule B: You have completed a UNE Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing (AQF Level 8).
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B.
English Language Requirements
- When applying, you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Course Entry Advanced Standing
Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest.
- If you are admitted under Rule B, you will be granted 48 credit points of Block Advanced Standing.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
- If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your study within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule A, you can apply for up to 48 credit points of Advanced Standing.
- If you are admitted under Rule B, no additional Advanced Standing is available.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units:
- Computing Science/IT Thesis
- Cybersecurity Project
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of fundamental computing theories and technologies, including discrete mathematics and programming principles.
- Demonstrate integrated and cohesive advanced understanding of a complex body of knowledge in cybersecurity and related computing theories and technologies, and to pursue lifelong learning via acquiring and analysing information from various sources, knowledge synthesis and reflection;
- Critically analyse a problem and apply acquired knowledge to synthetise complex information and design an effective computing and cybersecurity solution;
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with technical and non-technical audiences to share ideas, obtain information and work effectively with others;
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of the legal, ethical and cultural context, and social and economic implications of cybersecurity threats and solutions, and exercise expert judgement and responsibility;
- Work effectively as an individual, or as a part of a team/team leader; and
- Apply acquired knowledge, self-directed learning and management skills to conduct an industry or a research project.
Career outcomes
Depending on your chosen topics of study, with a Master of Cybersecurity and Computing from UNE you can apply for roles such as:
- Cyber or Information Security Officer
- Personal Data Protection Officer
- Cybersecurity Systems Architect
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Security Analyst
- Information Security Engineer
- Security Specialist
- Security Risk Manager.
Fees and CSP
Estimated first-year fee in 2026: $8,544 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Estimated first-year fee in 2026: $30,344 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time: $373
The costs will depend on the units you choose to study, as the cost of individual units varies. “Estimated fees” are provided as a guide only based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking a study load of 48 credit points in the first year of this course. For courses that require fewer than 48 credit points, the fees indicated are based on the total credit points needed for the completion of that course.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
- Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
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.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.