Course

Master of Forensic Cyber Security

Federation University, Melbourne · Melbourne · Federation University Melbourne · Engineering, IT & Computing

Masters On Campus

Key facts

Campus
Federation University Melbourne · Melbourne
City
Melbourne, Victoria
Qualification
Masters
Duration
2 years
Delivery
On Campus
Next start
16 Nov 2026 · Summer 2026

Start dates

  • Summer 2026, 2026 Starts 16 November 2026 Federation University Melbourne

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic — 6 overall (no band below 6)

    Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.

Academic entry requirements

  • Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in an IT-related discipline, or in a non-IT discipline with either a significant IT component or with relevant IT industry experience. The applicant's entire academic record and industry experience can be taken into consideration when assessing eligibility for the course.

About this course

Through this degree you will gain the skills needed to analyse the principles of cyber threat detection, analytics, incident response, and security operation planning. You will also learn how to critically evaluate and analyse evolving cyber security trends, while applying your knowledge of cyber security practices to assess risks and implement effective countermeasures.

Master of Forensic Cyber Security is a masters course at Federation University, Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria. It is listed as 2 years of study. Published intakes include Summer 2026, 2026. The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6 (no band below 6).

Course details come from the Educircle verified catalogue, sourced from official university publications. Where a figure is not shown, the university has not published it — an Educircle counsellor confirms it with the institution before you apply.

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Administrative details

Course code
DFQ9
CRICOS
116435J

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. University course page Last updated October 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.