Study IT and cyber security 100% online
Earn your master’s in 2 years
Graduate with industry certifications
No experience in IT needed
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This is what the future looks like
At The University of the Sunshine Coast — UniSC — we’re focused on preparing technology and cyber security leaders who know how to pivot in these fast-past industries so they can stay ahead of daily challenges.
As a student, you’ll learn from lecturers with incredible cutting-edge knowledge to share with you from high-stakes roles working with the FBI, the U.S. Department of Defense and major corporations. Class sizes are kept purposefully small, so you’ll have plenty of time to build relationships with these teachers and make solid professional connections with your peers.
To ensure you have access to the most relevant information, we’re partnered with the Sunshine Coast Technology Industry Alliance and work with an industry advisory board with the likes of IT companies such as Cisco, Dell, Oracle, Next DC, and Sunshine Coast Council.
To demonstrate your knowledge and ability, we’ve built the prep and exams of 3rd-party industry certifications into our programs. You could save thousands in exam fees and graduate with your academic credential as well as the globally-recognised industry certifications to advance your career faster.
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
- ITS Python
- ITS Databases
No experience in IT or cyber security? No problem. We welcome students from all professional and academic backgrounds to our programs. Our experienced teachers will teach you what you need to know to succeed.
Programs
Fight crimes using cyber forensics. The 100% online Master of Cyber Security and Forensics at UniSC consists of 14 courses you can complete within two years.
You’ll analyse case studies and real-world data and gain insider knowledge as you learn more about digital and network forensics, programming, cyber laws, cryptocurrency, research and more.
As part of the program, you’ll graduate with your master’s AND the industry certifications employers look for beyond a degree. These third-party certifications are globally recognised. They demonstrate your experience level and knowledge and put you well ahead of graduates with the same degree who won’t have these for years to come.
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
- ITS Python
- ITS Cyber Security
By graduation, you will have a firm working knowledge and experience of cyber security, network security, cryptography, blockchain, cyber laws, programming and digital and network forensics. You’ll also understand how to run projects, manage data and make evidence-based decisions.
You can become a cyber forensics specialist in just 8 months. UniSC’s 100% online Graduate Certificate in Cyber Forensics focuses on four courses that you can complete online at the times and locations that are best for you.
If you pursue the master’s program, you may transfer your graduate certificate credits to the program. This means you only need to complete 10 courses to earn your master’s degree.
Please note, this program will be available from Trimester 2, 2023.
Fast-track your cyber security career. Working with case studies, real data and insider knowledge, you’ll learn cutting-edge investigative skills as you’re exposed to emerging cybersecurity threats and issues.
As part of the program, you’ll earn your graduate certificate as well as these highly marketable, globally recognised certifications that help you stand out in the job market:
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
- ITS Cybersecurity
If you decide to pursue the master’s program after completing the graduate certificate, you may transfer your graduate certificate credits to the program. This means you only need to complete 10 courses to earn your master’s degree.
UniSC’s 100% online Master of ICT delivers a holistic understanding of ICT and focuses on growth areas of cyber security, data and programming. You’ll complete 14 courses online over two years at the best times and locations for you — there’s no need to give up your life to advance your career.
As part of the program, you’ll graduate with your master’s and the industry certifications employers look for beyond a degree. These 3rd-party certifications are globally recognised. They demonstrate your experience level and knowledge and put you well ahead of graduates with the same degree.
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
- ITS Python
- ITS Cybersecurity
- ITS Databases
By graduation, you will have a firm working knowledge of data analytics, data science engineering, data and process management, domain knowledge and research methods.
Fast-track your IT career quickly! UniSC’s 100% online Graduate Certificate in Information Communications Technology focuses on four online courses that you can complete in 8 months at the times and locations best for you.
As part of the program, you’ll earn your graduate certificate as well as the ITS Python Certification, a highly marketable, globally recognised certification that helps you stand out in the job market.
If you decide to pursue the master’s program after completing the graduate certificate, you may transfer your graduate certificate credits to the program. This means you only need to complete 10 courses to earn your master’s degree.
Why choose us
Careers in tech and cyber
28% of the top 25 Occupations demand career titles that work with data.1
AUD $137,6812 Senior business analyst salary
Every 8 minutes Australia experiences a cyber attack.3
AU $140,300 Cyber security manager salary4
About the University of the Sunshine Coast
The University of the Sunshine Coast — UniSC — is young, fresh and driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture is just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators.
We’re not the biggest university, but we’re committed to doing big things. We’ve produced ground-breaking research and award-winning alumni while championing sustainability and maintaining diversity. We believe in preparing now for tomorrow’s challenges, and our programs support teaching our grads how to thrive and lead in ever-changing marketplaces.
Together with our people, community and partners, we’re building a safe, sustainable, supportive, and fun learning environment, where lifelong friends are made and opportunities are earned.
Join us and build your future the way you want it.
Sources
- https://www.nationalskillscommission.gov.au/.
- https://www.adaptiveus.com/.
- The ACSC (Australian Cyber Security Centre).
- https://www.payscale.com/.