OpenFieldUQ Master of Computer Science (Cyber Security & Data Analytics)
Advanced two-year coursework and industry capstone degree providing rigorous training in distributed systems, cryptographic security, and scalable cloud engineering.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering with minimum GPA 5.0/7.0 (approx. 72%).
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each subband) or TOEFL iBT 87.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Undergraduate degree project or relevant programming portfolio.
- Recommendation letters
- Academic transcripts and syllabus documentation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Merit-based scholarships available: Faculty of EAIT International Scholarships providing up to AUD $10,000 tuition fee reductions
- Application fee
- AUD $100 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- AUD $49,440 per year for international students without scholarship offset.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027 (Semester 1 commencement application deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official The University of Queensland documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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