Overview

Cyber security and networking provides a thorough and practical grounding in network design, network administration, network management and security. The Cyber Security and Networking program at Murdoch University will give you a deep understanding of information technology (IT) methodologies to help organisations achieve their goals and objectives.

Studying this course is flexible, allowing you to choose units to develop your skills or build on your current skillset. You can also tailor the course to meet your career goals and needs.

3 reasons to study Cyber Security and Networking at Murdoch

Make use of our brand-new IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility, fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high-performance computing capabilities.

This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners with an emphasis on effective communication and the development of solutions to complex real-world IT problems.

Learn from information technology experts and industry advisors as they share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.

Your future career

There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide range of sectors including: network service providers, banking and finance organisations, government and the military. You could also work as an independent network and security consultant. Careers could include:

IT Project Manager

Business Intelligence Officer

Network Administrator

Independent Network and Security Consultant

Network Engineer

Telecommunications Manager

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Information Security Management

Scalable Network Design

Local Area Network Design and Implementation

Wireless Data Communications

Computer Security

Security Architectures and Systems Administration

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Cyber Security View 69 other Masters in Cyber Security in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 0101998
Recognised Australian Computer Society (ACS) accredited Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR recognised Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus an approved Diploma in IT (AQF Level 8); OR recognised Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus five or more years of relevant experience. Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36730 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

20640 AUD / year

≈ 20640 AUD / year

Living costs

Perth

Australia

1328 - 2367 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Overview

3 reasons to study Cyber Security and Networking at Murdoch

Your future career

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Perth

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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