Master's Degree Cybersecurity Full Time

Master of Cyber Security

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

116688K

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$92,160 total

Per year

A$46,080/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Cyber Security at RMIT University in Melbourne is designed for those who want to build specialist skills for protecting digital assets and online information. Across two years of full-time study, students learn security principles, attack prevention, ethical hacking, cyber law and governance, digital forensics, risk management, and secure system design. RMIT structures this qualification by semesters, using units of study that accrue credit points toward the degree. Students complete core and elective units, exploring both theoretical concepts and hands-on technical work in security operations and network protection.

A real highlight of this course is its focus on practical experience, often including work-integrated learning opportunities in partnership with Australian tech companies and agencies. In their final semester, students typically undertake a capstone project, solving real-world security challenges, sometimes alongside industry mentors. This helps bridge the gap between graduate knowledge and the evolving needs of employers in Australia.

The degree is suited to graduates from IT or related backgrounds, as well as professionals looking to future-proof their careers in an area with strong demand. Skills gained include risk analysis, secure coding, incident response, digital investigation, and a thorough grasp of the Australian legal and professional frameworks for cyber security practice. Students can confirm English requirements and application details on the RMIT official site.

International students studying this degree in Australia can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semesters and are eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation. Course details, including unit lists and credit values, are available on the official CRICOS register.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Cyber Security Analyst in government, defence, or finance
Information Security Consultant for Australian technology firms
Penetration Tester or Ethical Hacker in security-focused organisations
Security Architect or Risk Manager within corporate IT teams
Digital Forensics Investigator in Australian legal and law enforcement sectors

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Cyber Security at RMIT University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$92,160 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Cyber Security Analyst in government, defence, or financeInformation Security Consultant for Australian technology firmsPenetration Tester or Ethical Hacker in security-focused organisationsSecurity Architect or Risk Manager within corporate IT teamsDigital Forensics Investigator...

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