AQF Level 9
Sydney & Melbourne
CRICOS 115211M
Master of Cyber Security
A two-year degree covering network security, governance, digital forensics and incident response.
A two-year degree covering network security, governance, digital forensics and incident response.
The MCS at TIIS develops advanced knowledge, technical capability, and professional expertise in cyber security. It integrates foundation IT knowledge, core cyber security disciplines, business governance capability, and a capstone project.
See what is compulsory, where you can choose, and how the qualification connects to further study.
Foundation and core subjects are compulsory. Choose three of four business options and two of four cyber security options.
| Code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MCS501 | Programming Principles | 6 |
| MCS502 | Introduction to Network and Cyber Security | 6 |
| MCS503 | Web and Database Systems | 6 |
| MCS504 | Software Development Methodologies | 6 |
| Code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MCS601 | Cyber Security Risk Management, Governance and Regulation | 6 |
| MCS602 | Human Factors in Cyber Security | 6 |
| MCS603 | Secure Software Development | 6 |
| MCS604 | Cyber Security Incident Management | 6 |
| MCS606 | Threat Modelling | 6 |
| MCS608 | Security Engineering | 6 |
| Code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MBA603 | Management, Leadership and Ethics | 6 |
| MBA607 | Strategic Business Management | 6 |
| MBA608 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 6 |
| MBA612 | Enterprise Design and Value Creation | 6 |
| Code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MCS605 | Malware and Attack Technologies | 6 |
| MCS607 | Authentication, Authorisation and Accountability | 6 |
| MCS611 | Digital Forensics | 6 |
| MCS612 | Ethical Hacking | 6 |
| Code | Subject | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MCS610 | Cyber Security Project | 6 |
Internship availability is not confirmed in the current published subject list. Ask TIIS about any alternative capstone arrangements.
The four GCIT subjects match the MCS foundation component.
Complete six cyber security core subjects and five chosen electives.
Apply your learning in MCS610, the final component of the 16-subject award.
Progression is subject to admission and credit approval. With all four certificate subjects credited, 12 further subjects complete the 16-subject master’s degree; the certificate is not an additional four subjects. The diagram explains award components, not a guaranteed delivery sequence.
Checked 19 September 2026 against the TIIS course outline (opens in a new tab) and admission criteria. Confirm subject availability, prerequisites and your individual study plan with TIIS before enrolment.
Read the full admission criteria and alternative entry routes. Overseas qualifications require equivalence assessment.
A recognised undergraduate degree or equivalent, or a relevant graduate certificate or diploma. GCIT progression and credit are subject to admission and approval.
IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0), or equivalent.
High-performance computer (min. 16GB RAM recommended), reliable high-speed internet, ability to run virtualisation and cyber security tools.
Monitor and respond to security threats in real-time.
Identify vulnerabilities through authorised security testing.
Investigate digital crimes and security incidents.
Advise organisations on security strategy and compliance.