Master of Cyber Security
University of Waikato
Subject area
Computer Science not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1.5 Years
Total student fees
$12,470
over 1.5 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The Master of Cyber Security degree provides specialised professional postgraduate level study in cyber security. It is designed to meet the growing demand in trained professionals in this area.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
BSc or BSc(Tech) degree or equivalent. Those students who have an honours degree in a relevant field, may take 120 credits to complete the MCS.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1.5 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$8,313 | $12,470 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,863 | $14,795 |
| Total | $18,176 | $27,264 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $70,000 |
| Earnings range | $52,207 - $88,943 |
| In employment | 55% |
| In further study | 25% |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
GCSB Tertiary Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Intelligence Community - Organisational Development New Zealand Intelligence Community
Website:
Value:
The value of this award is $10,000, which can be spread over three years depending on your study plans.
CrazyGames.com Annual Student Scholarship
Provided by:
CrazyGames.com - Scholarships Coordinator
Website:
http://crazygames.com/scholarship
Value:
$1,500 USD Worldwide Student Scholarship
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 924 528
Phone: (07) 838 4448
Fax: (07) 838 4253
Email: recruitment@waikato.ac.nz
Web: http://www.waikato.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.