Cyber security and networking provides a thorough and practical grounding in network design, network administration, network management and security. This course will give you a deep understanding of information technology (IT) methodologies to help organisations achieve their goals and objectives.
Studying this course is flexible, allowing you to choose units to develop your skills or build on your current skillset. You can also tailor the course to meet your career goals and needs.
3 reasons to study Cyber Security and Networking at Murdoch
Develop your skills
Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:
Your career
There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide range of sectors including: network service providers, banking and finance organisations, government and the military. You could also work as an independent network and security consultant. Careers could include:
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
24 February 2025, 28 July 2025
Murdoch University
Perth Campus,
90 South Street,
MURDOCH,
Western Australia,
6150, PERTH, Australia
Recognised Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree plus an approved qualification in IT (AQF Level 8); OR recognised non-IT Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus five or more years of relevant experience.Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.
English Language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0; CAE - 169 overall with no band below 169; PTE - 50 with no band below 50; TOEFL IBT - 73 with no band less than 18; OET - OET with a minimum of C (250-290) in each of the four components.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Murdoch’s creative approach to education gives students the support and opportunities to think critically and forge their own career pathways.