Master of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems)

at Flinders University

The coursework masters provides both core and advanced studies in information technology, with particular emphasis on the techniques required to design, develop and manage an enterprise’s information systems. Topics cover areas such as the fundamentals of computing, software engineering, database and conceptual modelling, statistical science, and networks and cybersecurity.

Year 1

• Information Security GE
• Networking Fundamentals GE
• Research Methods and Professional Skills
• Computer Programming 2 GE
• Systems Software GE
• Routing and Switching GE
• Networks and Cybersecurity GE
   

Year 2

• Cybersecurity GE
• Computer Networks GE
• Human Factors for Interactive and Web-Based Systems GE
• Advanced Enterprise Security
• Cloud and Distributed Computing GE
• ICT Management and Professional Standards
• Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units)
• Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units)
• Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units)
• Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units)

Applicants must normally hold an approved bachelor degree in information technology or computer science, or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
 

International students must satisfy our English language proficiency requirements for admission. If your first language is not English you will need to have:
 

• Achieved the required test score for the course you are applying for. The IELTS and equivalent scores to meet the various levels #. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Cambridge tests must be taken in a registered testing centre.; or
• Successfully completed an approved secondary or tertiary qualification, taught in the English language in a country where English is the official language or the main language spoken (for up to an overall IELTS of 6.0) with evidence no more than five years old on the proposed date of commencement of the course; or
• Successfully completed a pre-course English program from an approved ELICOS Provider*.

Annual fees:  $39,000

The course is designed to enable you to contribute professionally to the management of an enterprise’s information security procedures and networked infrastructure. From theory through programming to developing globally recognised computer network skills, this course provides you with a solid foundation and the ability to adapt to new and innovative technologies.
 

Potential occupations include:

• network administrator

• system analyst

• cybersecurity consultant

• security auditor

• programmer

• researcher and developer

• networking and communications specialist.