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Transform your IT career with the UK’s most flexible Master of Cyber Security degree. Start anytime, study anywhere, and learn to counter cyber threats worldwide.
Duration Full-time 12-18 months Part time 2-5 years
Entry requirements View full entry requirements
Credit points required 120
Location Remote / Online
Intake From 20 October 2025
Course code SCYST1 SATAC codes
We understand that cyber threats don’t follow office hours. Our hyperflexible Master of Cyber Security is designed for IT professionals who need their education to work around incidents, project deadlines, and on-call schedules.
Your studies will combine theory with practical application. The programme comprises modules on risk management, ethical hacking and effective network engineering principles.
We’ve reimagined the Master of Information Technology to focus on Cyber Security and fit seamlessly into unpredictable schedules. With our hyperflex approach, you’ll have control over your learning while staying ahead of the cyber threat landscape.
Start immediately and learn at your own pace – we ensure your education doesn’t get in the way of work or life. Our hyperflexible approach ensures you can work around incidents, project deadlines, and on-call schedules.
Submit assessments when you are ready. You’ll have a five-year window to complete the Master of Cyber Security programme.
The Master of Cyber Security costs approx. £12,000 for the full qualification. Payment will be processed in Australian Dollars at $2,000 per unit (AUD $24,000 per degree). Advertised GBP prices are indicative only and subject to exchange rate fluctuations and bank fees at time of purchase.
There are no hidden or additional fees. All masterclasses are included in the price, plus access to learning resources and networking opportunities.
You don’t have to pay the full fee up front; you can pay as you enrol in units. That way you can manage your own progress and your budget.
Gain highly competitive skills with a university that delivers a 93%* employment rate for its graduates.
To support your hyperflexible study, we also offer face-to-face engagement opportunities: intensive masterclasses at our new London campus. These sessions are optional, included in your course fees, and designed to enhance your learning journey.
Studying at Charles Darwin University
Study a postgraduate course at Charles Darwin University to upskill at work, fast-track your career, increase your job prospects or explore a new interest. We offer flexible study options so you don’t have to put your life on hold while you learn.
The core units of this program will introduce you to a range of cyber security concepts. Our 12 essential units (120 credits) will enable you to explore complementary areas of interest through additional coursework units, an industry placement unit or an IT thesis unit.
Core security units (available from October 2025)
Advanced application units (Available late 2025/early 2026):
Pathway 1: Standard progression
Pathway 2: Security operations focus
Looking to hone specific skills quickly?
You may want to plan your studies around immediate personal or professional priorities. Aim to:
You can apply with academic transcripts or with relevant work experience.
Standard entry: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant IT field.
Don’t have a Bachelor’s degree?
We also consider alternative entry pathways – including 3+ years of experience in IT, industry certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft, or demonstrated experience in relevant projects.
Find out more about applying by work experience.
To apply, make sure you have:
These courses are offered in English. If you completed your education in English, no additional requirements apply.
If your qualifications are in another language, and/or you speak English as a second language, you may need to demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or supporting documentation.
Find out about accreditation, real-world application of your learning, and flexible exit points for industry-recognised qualifications.
Degrees offered by Charles Darwin University Australia are accredited in Australia.
Charles Darwin University Australia is regulated through the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). TEQSA is the department responsible for regulating and assuring the quality of all higher education providers in Australia.
Charles Darwin University is searchable as a registered higher education provider through the National Register.
Charles Darwin University is bound by the following acts and standards as a registered provider:
Learn more about these acts and standards.
Charles Darwin University Australia is not registered with the Office of Students as having UK degree awarding powers.
The Master of Cyber Security offers you the opportunity to transform your career in a meaningful way through enhancing your leadership capabilities and ability to think strategically.
Expected business application of our Master of Cyber Security courses include:
If you want a particular skill or accreditation, you can exit any time with the completed units.
Complete 40 credits or four units for a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (Cyber Security).
Take the first step towards a brighter future by enrolling in our Master of Cyber Security. Join a community of ambitious professionals and gain the skills needed to excel in today’s competitive landscape.
