Master of Engineering [M.Eng] (Cyber Security Analysis)
STEM Course
18 months
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #176 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025
$28,145 /Yr
A$43,300 /Yr
Important Alert
- Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Session 1 - Feb 10, 2026
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $28145 (AUD 43300) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $18200 (AUD 28000) |
| Total Cost | $18200 (AUD 28000) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $26520 (AUD 40800) |
| 2021 | $16146 (AUD 24840) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Session 2 | |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Session 1 | Feb 10, 2026 |
- The Master of Cyber Security Analysis at Macquarie University is offered as a 2-year program.
- This degree will teach students to critically analyze real-world cybersecurity issues and use advanced disciplinary techniques and methods to develop solutions to them.
- Internship opportunities with government and industry partners are available on a competitive basis during the studies.
- Graduate career opportunities are widely available due to the global shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals.
- To successfully complete the Master of Cyber Security Analysis, students must complete the following concepts:
- Cyber Crime and Cyber Policing
- Simulation in Cyber Security
- History of Intelligence
- Advanced Terrorism Studies
- Transnational Security
- Advanced Criminology Theory
- The overall employment rate for undergraduates was 86.8 per cent.
- After completing this, students would be able to work as:
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Network consultant
- Network security consultant
- Policy officer
- Risk analyst
- Security specialist
- Solutions architect
- Graduates with expert knowledge of cybersecurity analysis are now in high demand across a range of sectors.
- Macquarie University ranked among the top 1% of world universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University ranked 9 in Australia for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020)
- Macquarie University has 5 QS stars in teaching, employability, research, facilities, internationalization, innovation, inclusiveness and specialist criteria.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students require a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with 60%.
- If English is not the students’ first language then they need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL or any equivalent test.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- students must hold a bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum GPA of 5.0 on a 7.0 scale, which is equivalent to 60-64% in India
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Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full certified copies of academic transcripts.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work or volunteer experience
- Statement of purpose: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Letter of Reference: Students need to submit two letters of reference.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL other recognized English test results.
Engineering 176 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #9 out of 31 in Australia 2025)
Engineering 368 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #18 out of 20 in Australia 2025)
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TOP Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Macquarie University Alumni Scholarship | 10% of Tuition | Graduate from Macquarie University, meet entry requirements, and gain acceptance into a 2025 postgraduate coursework degree (excluding specified programs) |
| Medibank Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship | $2,500 | International student with valid Medibank OSHC, 40+ credit points completed and remaining in Master's coursework, strong academic record, not a past Medibank scholarship recipient, and willing to attend Medibank events |
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Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in :
- Airlines
- Australian Border Force
- Banks and other financial institutions
- Cybersecurity department of national and transnational corporations/organisations
- Cybersecurity-related business and industry
- Department of Defence
- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- International NGOs
- International/regional organisations
- Law enforcement and police
- Public relations
- Telecommunication companies
- Think tanks and policy research institutes
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Options Available
| Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Program Type | Tuition Fees |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of International Trade and Commerce Law | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $28145 |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of Law [L.L.M] | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $29315 |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of Public and Social Policy | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $24635 |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of Security and Strategic Studies | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $29315 |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of International Relations | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $28145 |
| Master of Cyber Security Analysis/Master of Intelligence | full time | 2 years | on-campus, dual_degree | $29315 |
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macquarie Research Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| ASEAN Partner Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 9,750/Yr$15,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Macquarie Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship Program | Scholarship per student$ 6,500/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship- St Xavier’s College | Scholarship per student$ 6,500/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship- Global Allianz Fund | Scholarship per student$ 6,500/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Macquarie Indian Partner Arts Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific |
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