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Deakin University
Master of Cyber Security
Deakin University
Course Overview
Deakin's Master of Cyber Security is a two-year, ACS-accredited Master's delivered out of Burwood (Melbourne) and online via Deakin Cloud Campus. Specialisations include Analytics, Computing Information Systems, Professional Practice, and Secure Software Development. Year 1 covers cryptography, network security, secure coding, digital forensics and ethical hacking; year 2 includes a major project with industry partners (CSL, Telstra, the Department of Defence's CyberSecurity CRC, or NAB).
Cyber Security Engineer and ICT Security Specialist are on the Australian MLTSSL — meaning Deakin's degree leads directly into the 485 post-study work visa and a clear 482/186/189 PR pathway via ACS Skills Assessment. The course also runs on a flexible 4-trimester cycle, so Sri Lankan students who join in July can finish in 18 months by stacking trimesters. Heavy demand from SL applicants who already hold a Bachelor's in IT, software engineering or maths.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Maths, or a closely related field with a credit average (Sri Lankan GPA ~2.7/4.0 or 2:2 UK equivalent).
- check_circle Or Bachelor's in any field + 2 years of relevant IT/cyber industry work experience.
- check_circle Personal statement (300-500 words) outlining cyber-security interest.
- check_circle Two academic or professional references.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 6.0).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall.
- check_circle PTE Academic: 58 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your Bachelor's was taught and assessed entirely in English at a recognised institution (most Sri Lankan applicants from local English-medium universities qualify).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | AUD 46,000 | Rs. 9,660,000 |
| OSHC Health Cover (2 years) | AUD 1,400 | Rs. 294,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Melbourne) | AUD 29,710 | Rs. 6,239,100 |
| Student Visa & Setup | AUD 1,800 | Rs. 378,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | AUD 77,510 | Rs. 16,277,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (3 years for Master's holders). Cyber Security Engineer and ICT Security Specialist on the MLTSSL — direct PR pathway. Deakin grads place at CSL, Telstra, NAB, Commonwealth Bank, the Big 4 cyber practices, and the Australian Signals Directorate (citizens only). Mid-level cyber salaries in Melbourne: AUD 95,000-130,000.
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