Course

Master of Cyber Security

University of Newcastle, Sydney · Newcastle · Callaghan · Engineering, IT & Computing

Masters On Campus

Key facts

Campus
Callaghan
City
Newcastle, New South Wales
Qualification
Masters
Delivery
On Campus

Start dates

  • Semester 1, 2026 Callaghan
  • Semester 2, 2026 Callaghan

English language requirements

  • University of Newcastle English language requirement

    Overall minimum 6.5. Minimum in each sub-test 6. The handbook publishes these minimums without naming a test.

Academic entry requirements

  • The Master of Cyber Security is a 160-unit postgraduate qualification, where students must complete one of two specialisations. Cyber Security Analyst Specialisation (2 years): Bachelor’s Degree (AQF 7 level) or higher in any discipline OR equivalent professional experience. Cyber Security Engineering Specialisation (2 years): Bachelor Degree (AQF 7 level) or higher in a related discipline* OR equivalent professional experience. Applicants who have completed the UON Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security are eligible for admission to the Master of Cyber Security and will receive 40 units of credit towards the program. Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree (AQF 7 level) or higher in a related discipline* may apply for a maximum of 80 units of RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) and/or credit. Applicants with relevant professional experience may be considered for up to 40 units of RPL towards the program. Applicants may receive a combined maximum of 80 units of RPL via previous qualifications or professional experience. Applicants who would like their professional qualifications and/or work experience to be considered need to provide certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming their role, duties, and period of employment. *Related fields: cyber security, computer science, software engineering, computer systems, and information technology.

About this course

Master of Cyber Security is a masters course at University of Newcastle, Sydney in Newcastle, New South Wales. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2026, Semester 2, 2026.

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
40180

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