Prerequisite subjects
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 (or equivalent).
Cyber security is a growing issue for individuals and businesses alike. Technology is not only pivotal to business in the 21st century, but to living everyday life. As a result, cyber security professionals are in high demand around the world. Deakin’s Bachelor of Cyber Security equips you with the essential skills to investigate and combat cyber crime and cyber terrorism. This vital experience is required to address what’s quickly becoming the number one criminal threat to modern-day society.
Gain strong practical and theoretical knowledge with an emphasis on assessing cyber security in a working environment, and the business, ethical and legal implications of risk management. You will cover areas such as computer crime and digital forensics and gain the skills to identify, diagnose and manage the challenges of cyber security. As a graduate, you’ll be well on your way to an exciting career in an in-demand, global industry.
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Level 1 -Trimester 1
Introduction to Programming
Computer Systems
Real World Practices for Cyber Security
Discrete Mathematics
Academic Integrity (0 credit points)
Safety Induction Program (0 credit points)
Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points)
Level 1 - Trimester 2
Secure Networking
Object-Oriented Development
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus one minor unit
Level 2 - Trimester 1
Professional Practice in Information Technology #
Cyber Security Analytics
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus one minor unit
Level 2 - Trimester 2
Secure Coding *
Computer Crime and Digital Forensics
Plus one minor unit
Plus one unit in
IT Placement
or
Industry Based Learning
Level 3 - Trimester 1
Malware Analysis +
Network Forensics +
Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices ~
Plus one minor unit
Level 3 - Trimester 2
Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery
Ethical Hacking
Plus two elective units (two credit points)
Plus one minor unit
Career options include work as a:
security consultant
cryptographer
information security auditor
IT security engineer
project manager
security analyst
security system developer or programmer
security system manager
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
