Course code: #S434
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Secure technology is pivotal not only to business but also to everyday life.
As a result, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand around the world.
Deakin's Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) is a specialised four-year course that equips you with essential skills to investigate and protect computer systems, networks, and programs.
The program explores best practices in identifying, diagnosing, analysing, and managing cybersecurity challenges.
You will assess cyber security systems in a working environment and cover areas such as computer crime and digital forensics while gaining the skills to identify, diagnose and manage risk.
As part of a capstone project, you will undertake a professional placement and work in teams with an industry partner to tackle authentic business challenges.
Additionally, you can focus your studies by undertaking a minor in an area of your choosing and completing an honours research project in your final year.
This course includes a compulsory work placement where you must undertake at least 100 hours in industry, providing professional work experience with an approved host organisation.
Alternatively, high-achieving students may have the opportunity to undertake an extended full-time paid industry-based learning placement (conditions apply).
Elective units may also provide additional opportunities for work-integrated learning experiences.
$52,328
| Cost of living | 1 person | $10,212 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $13,728 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $38,600 |
Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree.
If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.
| IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score) | Your DUELI course | Assessment outcome | Pathway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 4.5 | General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate) | 55% or higher (in the written exam) | EAP 1 or General English levels 4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced) |
| 4.5 | EAP 1 | 60% or higher | EAP 2 |
| 5.0 | EAP 2 | 60% or higher | EAP 3 English for Commerce DUELI Study Abroad Program Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication) |
| 5.5 | EAP 3 | 60% or higher | EAP 4 Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP) |
| 6.0 | EAP 4 | 60% or higher | Entry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing) |
| 65% or higher | English for Nursing | ||
| 70% or higher | English for Teaching Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment | ||
| 6.5 | English for Nursing | ||
| 7.0 | English for Teaching | 60% or higher | Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs Entry into Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health) |
Notes
Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score
You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.
If you're currently studying Year 12 or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
Year 12 prerequisite subjects
Complete foundation studies and/or a diploma program at Deakin College or one of Deakin's TAFE partners.
Australian Foundation Program: 65%
Note: Equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate.
The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs.
It aims to prepare you for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor's degree.
The Diploma of Information Technology can gain you entry into the second year of a Deakin University bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science or Software Engineering.
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