Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)
Course code Y89
Focuses on the practical and theoretical dimensions of IT security across a range of fundamental areas, such as network security and vulnerability assessment, information security, digital forensics, wireless device security and database security.
Students will gain a solid grounding in conventional computer and network security concepts and skills. In addition, the course is designed to meet the changing landscape of secure computing, which involves not only computers, but also telecommunications networks and network enabled devices such as smartphones and tablet devices.
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
Y89
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $9,550
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
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| Full-time | ||||
| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
Y89
CRICOS code
077146A
Fees
International onshore - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $32,650
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| JO | ML | BU | OL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | ||||
| Part-time |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SCI1125 | Professional Science Essentials | 15 |
| CSP1150 | Programming Principles | 15 |
| MAT1252 | Mathematics for Computing | 15 |
| CSI1241 | Systems Analysis | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| CSG1105 | Applied Communications | 15 |
| CSI1101 | Computer Security | 15 |
| ENS1161 | Computer Fundamentals | 15 |
| CSG1207 | Systems and Database Design | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSI2108 | Cryptographic Concepts | 15 |
| CSI2104 | Introduction to Information Warfare | 15 |
| CSP2101 | Scripting Languages | 15 |
| CSI2102 | Information Security | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSI3207 | Network Security Fundamentals | 15 |
| CSG2344 | Project Methods and Professionalism | 15 |
| CSI2107 | Software Reverse Engineering | 15 |
| CSG2305 | Computer Forensics | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| CSI3208 | Ethical Hacking and Defence | 15 |
| MAT3170 | Data Analysis and Visualisation | 15 |
| CSG3309 | IT Security Management | 15 |
| CSG3308 | Wireless Security | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSG3101 ^ | Applied Project | 30 |
| Elective Unit | x 2 | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| CSI3345 ^ | Work Experience Project | 60 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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Students have the opportunity to seek a Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner, equivalent to one semester of full-time study.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to complete a placement which is equivalent to one semester of full-time study. Whilst attendance is negotiated with the WIL host organisation, typically students will be expected to attend 5 days a week for 12 - 13 weeks.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Students, the WIL host organisation and the school's WIL Coordinator must complete a WIL documentation pack (which includes all required OSH and Risk Assessment documents) before the placement can commence.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply communication skills to demonstrate independence in design and analysis of cyber security solutions and presenting documented results.
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques in the cyber security discipline to both theoretical as well as practical situations.
- Apply creative thinking to identify and solve cyber security challenges.
- Demonstrate creativity and initiative to generate ideas for planning and implementing independent projects in the cyber security discipline.
- Exercise critical thinking and judgement to investigate and solve problems relating to cyber security issues in digital systems and networks.
- Incorporate an awareness of cross-cultural issues and demonstrate cultural and indigenous competence in professional practice in the cyber security area.
- Use digital technologies and cyber security software tools for assessing and evaluating cyber security information.
- Work collaboratively in the application of knowledge and skills to identify issues and make decisions relevant to cyber security.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $9,550 *
* Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $32,650 *
* International onshore - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course prepares students for careers in the field of cyber security, including areas such as network security, computer forensics, information warfare and wireless security.
Possible future job titles
Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Officer, Technical IT Security Officer, Network Security Engineer, Digital Forensic Practitioner (Acquisition and Analysis), Information Security Auditor, Information Security Analyst, Security Consultant, Software Auditor, Systems Administrator (Security), Information Security Officer, Penetration Tester
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