Master of Cyber Security and Forensics

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Cyber Security Officer, Digital Forensic Investigator

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Qualification

Master's Degree

Awarded By

University of the Sunshine Coast

Duration

2.25 years part-time (recommended)

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

Fight crimes using cyber forensics. In the 100% online Master of Cyber Security and Forensics at University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), you’ll analyse case studies and real-world data while you gain insider knowledge from our lecturers. They have extensive knowledge to share with you from incredible roles working with the FBI and the U.S. Department of Defense.

By graduation, you’ll have firm working knowledge and experience in cyber security, network security, cryptocurrency, cryptography, Blockchain, cyber laws, programming and digital and network forensics. You’ll also understand how to run projects, manage data and make evidence-based decisions.

The course will teach you to understand the social environment technology operates within, you will be guided through digital investigator methods and frameworks, you will gain expertise in digital forensic examinations, receive mentoring from experts and innovators in the field, conduct your own cyber research project, learn to undertake cyber forensics on current and emerging technologies, understand ethical and legal issues associated with cybersecurity and develop decision-making tools to assess, evaluate and analyse digital data as well as advance your leadership and critical problem-solving skills

Eligibility

An undergraduate degree in any discipline OR 5 years of relevant work experience.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

While completing the Master of Cyber Security and Forensics qualification from University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), you will study the following units:

Core Subjects (168 Units):

SEC601 – Introduction to Cybersecurity
SEC602 – Ethics in Digital Investigation and Cyber Security
SEC603 – Introduction to Device & Network Security
SEC604 – Cryptography, Blockchain and Security
SEC701 – Cyber Laws and the Rules of Evidence
SEC705 – Digital Forensics 1
SEC706 – Network Forensics
SEC707 – Digital Forensics 2: Advanced Concepts in Digital Forensics
ICT703 – Programming
PRM701 – Project Management Principles
ICT701 – Managing Data
BUS703 – Evidenced Based Decision Making
SCI700 – Research/Industry Dissertation (24 Units)
SCI701 – Research/Industry Dissertation 2 (24 Units)

Why study with University of the Sunshine Coast

UniSC is young, fresh and driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture is just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators.

While they’re not the biggest university, they are committed to doing big things. They believe in preparing now for tomorrow’s challenges, and their programs support teaching grads how to thrive and lead in ever-changing marketplaces. They’ve produced ground-breaking research and award-winning alumni while championing sustainability and maintaining diversity.

UniSC’s online postgraduate programs in Information Communications Technology, Cyber Security and Forensics and Engineering reflect their forward-thinking nature as they help professionals prepare for these fast-paced industries with roles that are in high demand throughout Australia and growing every day.

To ensure you’re always learning up-to-the-minute content, UniSC partners with the Sunshine Coast Technology Industry Alliance and regularly collaborates with industry advisory boards meaning graduates leave UniSC with not only advanced technical knowledge, but also the practical skills, professional insights, and networks that prepare them to step confidently into the workforce.

Student Support

As a student, you'll learn in small, focused class sizes from industry leaders such as Dr. Adrian McCallum, a Senior Lecturer in Geotechnical Engineering, who has led and managed projects in extreme regions, including the Arctic, Himalayas, and Antarctica. Class sizes are kept purposefully small, so you'll have plenty of time to build relationships with lecturers and peers and receive detailed answers to all of your questions.