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Bachelor of Computer Science Major in Cyber Security

  • CRICOS course code - 088400A

The cyber security industry is huge and growing quickly. Stake your career claim with our Cyber Security major. Learn the fundamentals of encryption systems, access control, the internet, and get into the minds of malicious hackers and cyber-criminals. Learn their tricks and how to defeat them. All with hands-on industry experience through Work Integrated Learning.

University Rankings &
Recognitions

Top 75 Globally

Computer Science and Engineering (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2024)

Top 175 Globally

Computer Science (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025)

Top 350 Globally

Computer Science and Information Systems (QS World University Rankings Ranking by Subject 2025)

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

In Australia, the Australian Computer Society (ACS) is the authorised accreditation body for ICT‑related higher education programs. ACS accreditation involves a rigorous evaluation of university‑level courses to ensure that graduates meet internationally benchmarked standards for professional practice in the ICT sector. You can find out more about this on the ACS website.

At present, the Swinburne Bachelor of Computer Science and Master of Cybersecurity programs delivered in Australia are accredited by ACS.   As a newly established educational institution, Barzan University College (BUC) does not yet have a graduating student cohort eligible for ACS accreditation assessment.

Accreditation for the Bachelor of Computer Science and Master of Cybersecurity at BUC will be pursued as soon as it is feasible to do so within the accreditation timelines and requirements set by ACS.

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Professional
Skills You Build

  • Cyber security testing
  • Cyber security strategy
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork

Comprehensive Course
Structure

Overall (3 years Bachelor Degree)

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Computer Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 300 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Core Units (8 Units)
  • Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Web Technology Project
  • Technology in an Indigenous Context Project
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Networks & Switching Computing
  • Technology Project A Computing
  • Technology Project B
Major Units (8 Units)
  • Cloud Computing Architecture
  • Database Design Project
  • Malware Analysis
  • Computing Technology Innovation Project
  • Network Routing Principals
  • Network Security & Resilience
  • Software Architectures & Design
  • IT Security
Elective Units (8 Units)

Students have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of electives across the different courses offered by BUC, allowing you to tailor your academic experience to your interests and career goals.

Associated
Careers

  • Security consultant

  • Information security analyst

  • Cyber security penetration tester

  • Network or systems administrator

Program Entry
Requirements

  • Main Pathway

    Main Pathway: Australian Foundation – 65%
    Alternative Academic Qualifications: (International Baccalaureate, A-Levels, French Baccalaureate, Indian Year 12, Nepal Secondary, Pakistan HSSC, Bangladesh HSC)

  • English Requirement

    Main Pathway: IELTS (Academic Module) – Overall 6.0 (no band < 6.0)
    Other English options: PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, UK/Cambridge IGCSE, GCE A-Level English, IB English A or B, C1 Advanced (Cambridge CAE)