100% Online Cyber Security and Forensics programs
Earn a Graduate Certificate in 8 months
Graduate with industry-recognised certifications
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27 June 2025
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There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for UniSC’s 100% online Cyber Security and Forensics programs available for Trimester 2 2025. The cost of the Graduate Certificate with a CSP is $4,656 (normally $11,964). The cost of the Masters program with a CSP is $19,732 (normally $50,376).*
Combat cybercrime
Jump into the fast-paced world of cyber security, where laws, types of incidents, and the amount of money lost seem to increase daily. The University of the Sunshine Coast’s (UniSC) 100% online Master and Graduate Certificate programs prepare you to excel in today’s roles so you can prevent and mitigate the cyber challenges of tomorrow.
The cyber world moves blistering-fast and can quickly burn an organisation’s critical resources if they aren’t prepared to handle a cyber incident. 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.
At UniSC, we ensure graduates are work-ready and prepared to hit the ground running. So as a graduate of the Master and Graduate Certificate programs, you’re prepared to step into investigative roles with law enforcement and defence and provide security expertise to support commercial data breaches and insider threat investigations.
No experience in IT or cyber security? No problem. We welcome students from all academic backgrounds into our Master and Graduate Certificate Programs** — our experts will teach you everything you need to know. In fact, our lecturers have incredible cutting-edge knowledge to share with you from high-stakes roles working with the FBI and the US Department of Defense.
Your success is also our success, so we make sure you have all the individualised support you need. This includes small class sizes that allow you to engage with our team closely and forge new professional networks with your peers.
We’re excited to offer you opportunities to learn about this challenging industry with unlimited potential as you connect with its leaders who share their first-hand, trailblazing knowledge of cyber security.
Programs
Fight crimes using cyber forensics. The 100% online Master of Cyber Security and Forensics at the 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 3rd-party certifications are globally recognised. They demonstrate your experience level and knowledge and put you ahead of graduates with the same degree.
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
- ITS Python
By graduation, you’ll have firm working knowledge and experience in 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 4 courses that you can complete online at the times and locations that are best for you.
Coursework includes:
- Cyber Laws and the Rules of Evidence
- Digital Forensics 1
- Network Forensics
- Digital Forensics 2: Advanced Concepts in Digital Forensics
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.
Applicants of the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Forensics require an undergraduate degree in a technology-related field OR must have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security.**
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 cyber security threats and issues.
UniSC’s 100% online Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security focuses on 4 courses that you can complete online at the times and locations that are best for you.
Coursework includes:
- An Introduction to Cyber Security
- Ethics in Digital Investigation and Cyber Security
- An Introduction to Device and Network Security
- Cryptography, Blockchain and Security
As part of the program, you’ll earn your graduate certificate as well as a highly marketable, globally recognised certification that help you stand out in the job market:
- Microsoft (Security, Compliance, Identity Fundamentals)
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.
Applicants of the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security require an undergraduate degree OR five years of relevant work experience.**
Why choose us
Cyber security careers are urgently needed
Every 8 minutes Australia experiences a cyber attack.1
$33 billion Self-reported losses in a year.1
60% of organisations Will embrace Zero Trust as a security starting by 2025.2
AU $140,300 Cyber Security Manager Salary3
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, delivered by world-class educators.
We’re not the biggest university, but we’re 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, future-focused 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.innovationaus.com/.
- https://www.gartner.com/.
- https://www.payscale.com/.
- AustCyber. Cybersecurity Projected Growth. Retrieved from https://www.austcyber.com/
*Indicative pricing subject to change.
**If you are an international student, you will need to prove your English proficiency through IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subtest.