Location
Australia, - Melbourne Burwood Campus, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, Cloud Campus
Dates
Dates flexible
Course Type
Professional Training Course
Accreditation
Yes (Details)
Language
English
Price
$23,647

Course Overview

Cyber security professionals protect the data and systems of the digital services we use every day. Cyber security is a growing issue for individuals and businesses alike. Through Deakin's Bachelor of Cyber Security, you will learn how to identify, diagnose, analyse and manage cyber security issues. You will explore and learn cyber security skills within computer crime and digital forensics, evaluating software for security vulnerabilities, designing secure databases, assessing and reinforcing the security of websites, designing secure network architectures, performing risk assessments, responding to cyber security incidents, and much more.

Who should take this course

The program is designed for anyone who is interested in cyber security, given that they meet the entry requirements for the program.

Accreditation

Deakin University's Bachelor of Cyber Security is professionally accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Course content

This course is comprised of 24 credit points, including:

  • 17 core units
  • 7 elective units
  • 3 zero-credit-point units (safety induction, work placements and academic integrity).

The degree focuses on technical elements and sets you up with strong skills in critical thinking and problem solving.

About Course Provider

Deakin University aims to be a catalyst for positive change for the individuals and the communities it serves. This will be achieved by ensuring our teaching, research, partnerships and international programs are relevant, innovative and responsive. By pursuing these objectives, Deakin aspires to be recognised as Australia’s most progressive university.

Deakin University is proud to be recognised as an organisation that offers a friendly and supportive working environment. Our staff are committed to genuinely making a difference to thousands of people's lives by contributing to excellence in their education. We acknowledge the importance of providing a dynamic and diverse working environment and strive to offer variety in day-to-day roles as well as various career and professional development opportunities to assist staff to grow and progress their careers. Deakin University staff have the opportunity to interact with colleagues from a diverse range of cultures and professional backgrounds, all who share a common interest in lifelong learning. Furthermore, our staff enjoy the physical location and natural surrounds of our working environments, which they report as enhancing their job satisfaction.