Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)

Cyber security skills are in demand across the world. ECU is the only Australian university recognized as an International Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence. In this course youll study network security and vulnerability assessment, information security policy and governance, digital forensics, and ethical hacking. Youll also delve into network enabled devices like smartphones, tablet devices, and the Internet of Things.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Joondalup

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
70

Online

Online/Off-campus - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
70

Structure

Total Credit Points 420

Subjects

  • Professional Science Essentials
  • Programming Principles
  • Mathematics for Computing
  • Systems Analysis
  • Applied Communications
  • Computer Security
  • Computer Fundamentals
  • Systems and Database Design
  • Cryptographic Concepts
  • IoT and OT Security
  • Scripting Languages
  • IT Security Management
  • Network Security Fundamentals
  • Project Methods and Professionalism
  • Software Reverse Engineering
  • Computer Forensics
  • Ethical Hacking and Defence
  • Machine Learning and Data Visualisation
  • Enterprise Security and Governance
  • Cyber Security Incident Detection and Response
  • Applied Project
  • Professional Placement (Computing and Security)

Entry requirements

  • AQF Cert IV
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

Recognition

Accredited by: Australian Computer Society (ACS)