Computing Technology (Networking and System Security)

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 11.5 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 13.5 k / Year(s)  
501–600 place StudyQA ranking:9305 Duration:2 years

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Gain a competitive advantage in the IT industry

USQ’s Master of Computing Technology (Networking and System Security) degree enables you to become an expert in Networking and System Security. It focuses on enhancing your professional skills and making it relevant to the workforce.

Further study

After successful completion of the Master of Computing Technology, you may be eligible to apply for the Doctor of Philosophy if you have achieved an overall GPA of 5.5 or higher. 

Program structure

Courses to be studiedUnits

Major courses14

plus 2 x electives2

Total   16

Course codeCourse name

Networking and System Security major:
 

CSC2402 Object-Oriented Programming in C++

CSC2408 Software Development Tools

 CSC8512
Advanced System Administration

 CSC8507
Networking Technologies

 CSC8513
Network Performance Analysis

 CSC8527
Scaling and Connecting Networks

CSC8407 Wireless and Internet Technology

CSC8421 Network Security

CSC8415 Computer Network Programming

CSC8419 Cryptography and Security

MSC8001 Research Project I

MSC8002 Research Project II

 plus two electives 

Entry requirements

3-year bachelor degree from a recognised university, or equivalent

plus

introductory knowledge of computing.

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

 

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.

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