Bachelor of Criminology (Honours) majoring in Cybersecurity and Cybercrime

The Bachelor of Criminology (Honours) majoring in Cybersecurity and Cybercrime equips graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to truly understand crime and make a real impact in the criminal justice sector and related fields. The Cybercrime and Cybersecurity major prepares graduates to identify and respond to cybercrime, which involves illegal activities conducted using computer networks, and learn the foundations of cybersecurity to protect those networks and data from such attacks. Students completing this degree will graduate with the award of Bachelor of Criminology (Honours).

The core topics give students a strong understanding of the complex forces shaping crime, criminalisation and society's response. The curriculum is future-focused, exploring innovative ways of promoting community safety. Students will learn critical-thinking skills, enabling them to apply evidence and challenge stereotypes about crime, victims, and criminalised people. With optional topics, students can tailor their learning to match their interests and career aspirations, whether they prefer a broad range of study or a more focused program.

In the Honours year of study, students will develop project management, research, and academic writing skills and extend their knowledge and understanding of criminology through a passion project of their own. Students will undertake research within areas of academic specialisation and have opportunities to engage with industry partners to prepare for future careers.

Your career

On completion of the degree students will have a comprehensive understanding of applied criminology, with particular attention to technological security matters. This will add to their understanding of the contemporary criminal justice system's function to deliver justice both in Australia and abroad.

This degree will prepare you for a career addressing challenges related to cybercrime and security, including the social harm caused by technology. Opportunities exist in the criminal justice sector and related fields. Potential occupations include State/Federal Police Officer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Fraud and Scam Investigator.