Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security

Masters Degree (Coursework)

Duration

2 years

Providers

NSW

Available

NSW

About this course

Master of Information Technology in Cyber Security is a masters degree (coursework) that typically takes 2 years and is offered by 1 accredited provider across NSW in the field of Information Technology.

Career & Outcomes

Information Technology

Why study in this field

Highest graduate employment rate of any discipline in Australia

Fully remote-compatible — work for any company, from anywhere in the world

Sector-agnostic skills apply equally in finance, health, government, and retail

Fastest career progression of any field — senior roles within 3–5 years

Strong demand for cyber security, AI, and cloud professionals nationally

High earning potential relative to study investment

Graduate job roles

Software Developer Cyber Security Analyst Data Scientist Cloud Architect IT Project Manager Network Engineer UX Designer Business Intelligence Analyst

Links open Seek job search for this role in Australia

Australian job market

Australia faces a technology skills shortage — IT graduates are in demand nationally
Cyber security roles grew over 25% in 2024–25; demand significantly outstrips supply
NSW, VIC, and QLD are the largest IT job markets; ACT has strong government IT roles
Australia actively recruits international IT graduates through skilled migration pathways

Indicative salary ranges

Entry-level

$65,000 – $85,000

per year, AUD

Experienced

$110,000 – $155,000

per year, AUD

Indicative ranges referenced from Seek and PayScale Australia public listings, last reviewed May 2026. Actual salaries vary by employer, experience, and location.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements vary by intake and student background. Speak with a provider directly about English proficiency, prior qualifications, and experience requirements for your specific situation.

Course details and pricing are from the Australian CRICOS register. Providers may have updated their offerings — confirm directly with the provider before applying.

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