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Master of Cyber Security Analysis
Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
As digital systems shape everyday life, organisations need skilled cybersecurity professionals to protect data, systems and trust. The Master of Cyber Security Analysis develops practical skills in secure computing, networks, cryptography, risk management and incident response, while exploring the legal and ethical dimensions of cybersecurity. Hands-on projects cover the full cybersecurity lifecycle, tackling real-world challenges such as data breaches, ransomware and cloud security, culminating in a major project applying these skills to authentic security problems. This is a Macquarie University (Sydney) course. This award is part of Macquarie's Master of Cyber Security course family, listed and administered together with the Master of Cyber Security on the university's official course page.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Full time: 2 years. See the official Macquarie course page for the full unit-by-unit structure
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
ICT Security SpecialistANZSCO 262112
The code used for the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 pathways. Newer cyber security specialisations (Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Security Analyst, and others) were split out of this code in 2021 to 2025 ANZSCO updates and sit on CSOL instead; picking the right code matters for which visa applies.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related area or recognised equivalent.
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