Master of Science [M.S] (Cybersecurity - Computer Science)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
Online
College Partner
Field of Study:
Ranked #251 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
₹22.7 L/Yr
A$39,400 /Yr
- La Trobe's Master of Cybersecurity prepares you for a successful career in this fast-growing field, whether you have an IT background or not.
- The degree has been carefully designed by industry leaders to first give you a strong foundation in cybersecurity, then invite you to specialise in either computer science, business operations or artificial intelligence.
- Build fundamental skills in system design, implementation, testing and documentation.
- Develop technical expertise in pen testing, blockchain and cyber forensics, and get hands-on experience applying your knowledge in our state-of-the-art Internet of Things (IoT) and wireless labs. You'll also get to hone your networking skills in our CISCO networking and security labs.
- You'll work on a real industry project alongside our industry partners, undertake a professional placement, or, if you're working towards a research career, complete a thesis on emerging topics in cybersecurity.
- Early exit points mean that every part of your degree contributes to your future career. Exit after six months with a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals, or after one year with a Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity.
- To qualify for the award of Master of Cybersecurity , students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
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Important Alert
- Application Deadline for La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship - Dec 31, 2025
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | ₹2273774 (AUD 39400) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | ₹1714564 (AUD 29710) |
| Total Cost | ₹1714564 (AUD 29710) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | ₹2204522 (AUD 38200) |
| 2021 | ₹1413895 (AUD 24500) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For 2025 semester 1 | |
| Application Deadline for La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship | Dec 31, 2025 |
Scores Required
TOP Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| La Trobe High Achiever Scholarship | Up to 25% reduction in course fees | Applicant must have minimum average mark of 60%. |
| La Trobe Vice Chancellor Scholarship | Reduction or either 50% or 100% off total course fees | Applicant must have minimum average mark of 80%. |
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Career and Placement after Course
Combining cybersecurity with artificial intelligence, business operations or computer science puts you at the front line of defence against cybercrime. Graduate ready for your career as a:
- Security architect
- Plan, implement and supervise computer and network security systems.
- Plan, implement and supervise computer and network security systems.
- Cyber intelligence analyst
- Use your knowledge in areas like network administration or network engineering to help counter the activities of cybercriminals such as hackers and developers of malicious software.
- Use your knowledge in areas like network administration or network engineering to help counter the activities of cybercriminals such as hackers and developers of malicious software.
- Compliance assurance manager
- Support cybersecurity and privacy assurance and develop and manage security and risk for communications and technology.
- Support cybersecurity and privacy assurance and develop and manage security and risk for communications and technology.
- Cybersecurity consultant
- Play both the attacker and the defender to optimise computer systems, networks and software programs.
- Play both the attacker and the defender to optimise computer systems, networks and software programs.
- Cybersecurity polity adviser
- Work independently on different aspects of the advisory model. Understand, assess and articulate complex business, markets and cyber policy, and implement cyber policies.
- Cyber risk manager
- Manage risk across operating systems, network infrastructure, software applications, web servers and databases. Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risk.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Trobe College Excellence Scholarship- South Asia | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Indian Women Access Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Vice-Chancellor Scholarship - India and Sri Lanka | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Business Administration Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Postgraduate Scholarships 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 57,710/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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