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University of Wollongong in Dubai/Programmes/Master of Applied Cybersecurity

Master of Applied Cybersecurity

MasterPostgraduateComputer Science

About This Programme

Advanced security engineering, threat analysis, and digital forensics. Billed per subject at AED 9,415, 12 subjects (about AED 112,984 total).

Course Highlights

  • Threat detection, cryptography, penetration testing and GRC.
  • Cloud, IoT and emerging-technology security.
  • Applied cybersecurity capstone project; certification support.
  • Degree awarded by the University of Wollongong, Australia.

What You'll Study

Delivered in weekend classes on the Dubai Knowledge Park campus by the School of Computer Science. Each subject is 6 credit points (the capstone is 12). UOWD charges per subject (AED 9,415.35/subject, VAT inclusive) — the figure shown is an indicative annual over ~2 years.

Foundation

  • Foundations of Cybersecurity & IT Systems
  • Computer Networks & Internet Architecture
  • Programming & Scripting for Security Applications
  • Digital Forensics & Incident Response

Core

  • Advanced Network Security & Threat Detection
  • Modern Cryptography
  • Secure Software Development & Penetration Testing
  • Cloud, IoT & Emerging Tech Security
  • Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • Cybersecurity Strategy & Leadership

Capstone

  • Applied Cybersecurity Project12 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution meeting minimum country grades.
English: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (6.0 each band), or TOEFL iBT 88, or PTE Academic 62.

Fee is AED 9,415.35 per subject (VAT inclusive); 12 subjects, total ≈ AED 112,984.

Careers

Graduates become cybersecurity analysts, security engineers, ethical hackers/penetration testers, information security managers, cybersecurity consultants, security architects and CISOs.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education (CAA) and KHDA-licensed; conferred by the University of Wollongong (Australia, TEQSA-registered).

Programme Details

Award

Master of Applied Cybersecurity

Start Date

September 2026 (also January & April intakes)

Typical Offer

Bachelor's + IELTS 6.5

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Computer Science

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Postgraduate

Tuition Fee

AED 56,492/yr

Apply online at uowdubai.ac.ae. Scholarships and merit awards are available.

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