Master of Information Technology
The Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security) has been designed with significant industry and expert academic engagement to ensure that it is fit-for-purpose and addresses the needs and contemporary issues that graduates face in a changing global marketplace.
Course Duration
2 Years (6 trimesters)
(Full-time)
Total Course Units
20 Core Units
6 Electives Units
2 Projects
Specialisations
Cyber Security
Total Course Credit Points
160
Course Design
MIHE’s Master programme is a well-rounded
educational experience that prepares students for
the challenges and opportunities in cyber security.
The MIT programme spans a duration of two years.
This curriculum rigorously adheres to the AQF at level
9, emphasising the commitment to delivering an
education that aligns seamlessly with this esteemed
framework. This alignment underscores the course’s
intent to prepare graduates to address the increasing
demand for highly skilled professionals in the ever-
evolving sphere of cyber security.
The MIT course encompasses a spectrum of units,
spanning from foundational units like “Information
Technologies and Systems” and “Computer Networks
and Applications” to more specialised modules like
“Cyber Threats Intelligence and Incidence Responses”
and “Human Factors in Cybersecurity.” Each of these
units has been meticulously crafted to contribute to
one or more of the CLOs, thereby fostering a
comprehensive educational journey.
The course structure and content adhere closely to
the accreditation prerequisites stipulated by the
Australian Computer Society (ACS). Furthermore,
they align seamlessly with the international
benchmarks established by the Association for
Computing Machinery (ACM) and the IEEE Computer
Society. This meticulous alignment guarantees the
adeptness of our graduates in assuming positions
such as Cyber Security Analysts, Network Security
Engineers, and Information Security Managers.
Additionally, the course aligns with the Australian and
New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations
(ANZESCO).
MIT Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| MIT 101 | Information Technologies and Systems | Nil |
| MIT 102 | Computer Networks and Applications | Nil |
| MIT 103 | Building Blocks of Coding | Nil |
| MIT 104 | IT Project Lifecycle Management | MIT 101, MIT 103 |
| MIT 105 | Data Analytics | MIT 101, MIT 103 |
| MIT 106 | Security Risk Management and Governance | MIT 101, MIT 102 |
| MIT 201 | Digital Forensics | MIT 102, MIT 106 |
| MIT 202 | Dark Web | MIT 102, MIT 106 |
| MIT 207 | Project 1 (Proposal & Design) | MIT 104, Minimum of 2 Elective Units |
| MIT 208 | Project 2 (Implementation) | MIT 207 |
Elective Units
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|
| MIT 107 | Cyber Threats Intelligence and Incidence Responses | MIT 102, MIT 106 |
| MIT 108 | Automating for Efficiency and Effectiveness | MIT 101, MIT 103 |
| MIT 109 | Internet of Things (IoT) Security | MIT 102 |
| MIT 203 | User Experience | MIT 101, MIT 103 |
| MIT 204 | Mobile and Wireless Security | MIT 102, MIT 106 |
| MIT 205 | Human Factors in Cybersecurity | MIT 106 |
| MIT 206 | Cyber Security Policy and Law | MIT 106 |
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO):
CLO 1. Analyse and evaluate different security threats
and vulnerabilities, and to design effective strategies
for mitigating them.
CLO 2. Conceptually map the principles and practices
of secure software design and development, including
threat modelling, secure coding, and testing
techniques.
CLO 3. Adapt expertise in various cryptographic
techniques and protocols, and their applications to
secure communication, data storage, and
authentication.
CLO 4. Contextualise the legal, ethical, and social
issues related to cyber security, including privacy,
intellectual property, and cybercrime.
CLO 5. Cross-examine risk management frameworks
and methods to identify, assess, and mitigate cyber
security risks in organisational contexts.
CLO 6. Derive practical skills in incident response and
digital forensics, including methods for investigating
and analysing security incidents and breaches.
CLO 7. Analyse and evaluate the principles and
practices of network security, including protocols,
architectures, and security tools for securing
enterprise networks and cloud infrastructures.
CLO 8. Deduce communication and leadership skills
needed to effectively manage cyber security teams, to
communicate security risks and recommendations to
non-technical stakeholders, and to comply with
relevant regulations and standards.
Assessments
Types of Assessments
- Case Study
- Quiz
- Practical Task – Lab work
- Final Exam
Final Projects
The programme includes two capstone projects offering hands-on, practical experience. These projects allow students to apply their accumulated knowledge effectively. Prerequisites are carefully structured to ensure students have the necessary foundation to succeed in these units.
MIT 207: Project 1 – Proposal and Design
Description: Students conceptualise and design their project proposal.
Prerequisites: Completion of MIT 104 and a minimum of 120 credit points towards the degree.
MIT 208: Project 2 – Implementation
Prerequisites: Completion of MIT 207.
Description: Students execute and implement the project designed in Project 1.
Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning
Prospective or enrolled MIHE students apply for Credit or RPL in writing and provide the following supporting documents to the Course Director or Dean for review:
- certified copies of their academic transcript, record of achievement, statement of results, testamur or other relevant evidence
- an explanation of what the results mean (usually found on the back of the transcript)
- an extract from the handbook, detailing the course structure and credit points (or equivalent weighting of the course)
- a unit syllabus including the assessment requirements for each unit seeking credit
Any credit or RPL awarded will be subject to MIHE Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and Procedure assessment on a case-by-case basis. The outcome of the applicant’s RPL assessment should be included in the letter of offer.
For more detailed information, please refer to MIHE Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and Procedure.