Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours)
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Secure technology is not only pivotal to business, but to living everyday life. As a result, cyber security professionals are in high demand around the world. Deakins Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) is a specialised four-year course equips you with the essential skills to investigate and protect computer systems, networks and programs through exploration of best practice in the identification, diagnosis, analysis and management of cyber security challenges. You will assess cyber security systems in a working environment, and cover areas such as computer crime and digital forensics while gaining the skills to identify, diagnose and manage risk. You will undertake a professional placement, work in teams with an industry partner to tackle authentic business challenges as part of a capstone project, focus your studies by undertaking a minor in an area of your choosing, and complete an honours research project in your final year.
Structure
- To complete the Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours), you must pass 32 credit points.
- 13 Core units
- 7 Capstone Unit
- 12 Major/Minor and Elective units
Subjects
- Introduction to Programming
- Computer Systems
- Real World Practices for Cyber Security
- Discrete Mathematics
- Academic Integrity Module
Standard entry requirements
- If you are currently studying Year 12, or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
- Year 12 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
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Cloud(online) | International: $164,000 | No |
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| Geelong Waurn Ponds | International: $164,000 | No |
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| Melbourne Burwood | International: $164,000 | No |
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