Master of Information Systems (Managing Cyber Risk)

Masters (Coursework)

Following an increase of cyber attacks upon Australian and international businesses, organisations require leaders who can address and respond to cyber security threats and challenges, proactively manage the risks, and build cyber resilience into their organisation.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, May, Sep

Domestic Fees

$27,200 per year

About this course

Overview

Following an increase of cyber attacks upon Australian and international businesses, organisations require leaders who can address and respond to cyber security threats and challenges, proactively manage the risks, and build cyber resilience into their organisation.
Develop necessary skills to design strategies to mitigate cyber risks and data breaches with UniSQ's Master of Information Systems.
The Managing Cyber Risk specialisation uses real scenarios to identify and solve cyber security related problems, develop, and communicate recommendations for specialist and/or non-specialist audiences considering multiple perspectives, such as technical, people and, organisational impact.
You'll critically examine cybersecurity practices, including the adoption of cyber resilience frameworks, risk assessments, governance strategies, and continuity management planning. Develop knowledge and expertise to understand and manage cyber risk and achieve cyber resilience

Further study

You can apply for a Master of Research or PhD if you're interested in specialising further.

Professional accreditation

The Master of Information Systems is accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and, through the Seoul Accord, which is recognised in other countries. The Seoul Accord is a multi-lateral agreement that allows ACS accreditation to be recognised globally. This means when you graduate, your degree will be recognised by other countries who are members of the Accord.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

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Recent secondary education


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Completion of an Australian university bachelor degree, or equivalent.

Applicants without an acceptable bachelor degree, or equivalent, and who have completed a minimum of three years' professional work experience may be eligible for entry into a Graduate Certificate of Information Systems, and upon completion and achievement of a minimum GPA of 4.0, may apply for entry into the Master of Information Systems.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Study locations

Springfield

Toowoomba

Career pathways

Career outcomes

Graduates can find work as an ICT security specialist, cyber advisor, security risk analyst, information analyst, cyber security engineer, or technical advisor, within government, defence, health, or private businesses. These roles may include responsibilities such as security leadership and strategy, risk management, incident management, audit and compliance, and security operations.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 16 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per study period.

Courses to be studied Units Core courses 4 Foundation courses 4 Specialisation courses 4 1 x second 4-unit specialisation
or
4 x electives

4 Total 16

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Apply direct to UniSQ

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You can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.


Study period	Application closing date	Orientation	Study period s tart date	Finish date
Trimester 1, 2024	Monday 22 January	Monday 15 January	Monday 22 January	Friday 26 April
Trimester 2, 2024	Monday 20 May	Monday 6 May	Monday 13 May	Friday 16 August
Trimester 3, 2024	Monday 2 September	Monday 26 August	Monday 2 September	Friday 6 December

Further information

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