International course
Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Torrens University Australia
CRICOS provider number: 03389E \ TEQSA provider ID: PRV12209
| Campus | Course code | Fee type | Course duration (Years) | Projected lowest selection rank | Indicative annual tuition fee ^ |
Course start date | CRICOS code | CRICOS provider number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney (Ultimo) | 550170 | IFEE | 3 | N/A | A$30,880 | 22 May 2023 04 Sep 2023 12 Feb 2024 27 May 2024 |
010736M | 03389E |
^ The annual tuition fees stated in this table are indicative only. Visit the Torrens University Australia website for current fee information. Annual fees can be higher if the accelerated mode is taken.
About
The Bachelor of Cybersecurity will prepare you for a career fighting cybercrime in some of the world's most in-demand roles. Designed and delivered by industry, this course will help you understand the ethical use of emerging and smart technologies, and how to defend them within a cybersecurity context.
The course will cover an extensive range of theoretical and technical skills across subjects including cybersecurity principles; ethical hacking and penetration testing; human-centric cybersecurity in a smart society; enterprise cybersecurity governance and applications; as well as work-integrated learning to allow you to put your knowledge into practice. On completion, you'll be able to analyse and recommend innovative cybersecurity solutions, utilising your design thinking and problem-solving skills to protect the digital fortress.
Learning outcomes:
- Learn the fundamentals of preventative cybersecurity principles, programs and practices.
- Understand complex cybersecurity requirements in designing innovative ICT solutions, using critical and analytical thinking to secure digital infrastructures.
- Learn to detect vulnerabilities and assess their potential impact on digital infrastructures using next generation technologies and security solutions.
- Learn ethical hacking and penetration testing practices used for proactive and offensive security strategies.
- Develop and construct innovative cybersecurity solutions to protect infrastructures against breaches and attacks.
- Identify emerging cybersecurity threats, risks and solutions.
- Learn to consider professional obligations, ethics and social responsibilities in line with ICT industry standards.
Areas of study
Computer architecture and operating systems, cybersecurity principles, data and networking, enterprise cybersecurity governance and applications, ethical hacking and penetration testing, foundations of information systems, introduction to programming, network security and infrastructure protection.
Career opportunities
ICT Security Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Cybersecurity Engineer
Practical experience
When you study with Torrens University Australia, you will benefit from our extensive network of industry partners. You’ll learn from industry professionals, gain invaluable insights and build key industry relationships.
Essential requirements for admission
Year 12 qualification: Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Admission criteria
Refer to the Torrens University Australia general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the Torrens University website.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.
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Admission criteria
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Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane campuses
Many of the courses below are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Visit the Torrens University website for details on how to apply.