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Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour

ProviderWestern Sydney University
Course code: UAC727052UniversityStudy area: Information TechnologyCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Westerns Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour is the only cyber security degree in Australia that analyses both the technical and human side, and places you at the forefront of a dynamic digital world. With a focus on hands on learning led by industry experts, you will use cutting edge technology to develop skills in programming and hacking and build your understanding of usable security and privacy by design two skills that are highly sought after worldwide. You will be introduced to cyber risk management frameworks and how to think dynamically to respond to cyber threats. Learn the behavioural science behind online fraud and advanced hacking and use this knowledge to protect data against cyber-attacks. Weve partnered with leading Australian and global organizations to offer industry based training, your final year will include a half-year placement at the Western Centre for Cybersecurity Aid and Community Engagement working on cyber security problems for local businesses, followed by an industry lead project or placement with a partner organization.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Applicants with recent secondary education

Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.

Other applicants

English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 176, no component below 169Cambridge C2 Proficiency 176, no component below 169IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6PTE Academic 58, no component below 50TOEFL iBT 79, no component below 20

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students184
#2024
Higher education entry19 · 10.3%
10.3%
School leavers (ATAR)7 · 3.8%
3.8%
Secondary education94 · 51.1%
51.1%
Vocational pathway8 · 4.3%
4.3%
Other entry pathways33 · 17.9%
17.9%
International students23 · 12.5%
12.5%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

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