Bachelor of Computer Science Major in Cyber Security
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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
Professional
Skills You Build
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Cyber security testing
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Cyber security strategy
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Critical thinking
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Problem-solving
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Communication skills
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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.
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Security consultant
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Information security analyst
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Cyber security penetration tester
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Network or systems administrator
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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)
