Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours)
2023 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2023 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) |
| Course Map | The course map for new students commencing from Trimester 2 2023. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Online | Yes |
| Duration | 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| CRICOS course code | 111443E Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Deakin course code | S434 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8. |
New course from Trimester 2, 2023 | |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Minor sequences
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Details of minor sequences
Course overview
Secure technology is not only pivotal to business, but to living everyday life. As a result, cyber security professionals are in high demand around the world. Deakin’s Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) is a specialised four-year course equips you with the essential skills to investigate and protect computer systems, networks and programs through exploration of best practice in the identification, diagnosis, analysis and management of cyber security 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. You will undertake a professional placement, work in teams with an industry partner to tackle authentic business challenges as part of a capstone project, focus your studies by undertaking a minor in an area of your choosing, and complete an honours research project in your final year.
Ready to secure the digital future?
The Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) gives you ample opportunity to sharpen your skill set under the guidance and direction of our supportive teaching staff. You'll explore fundamental concepts across computer systems and discrete mathematics in your first year, before diving into more advanced topics in networking and communication, computer and network forensics, security analytics, secure coding and ethical hacking.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Career opportunities
Skilled cyber security professionals are highly sought-after across the globe. As a graduate, you will have a highly specialised skill-set that enables you to effectively identify, diagnose and manage cyber security challenges. You may find employment as a security analyst; project manager; security systems developer, programmer or auditor; security consultant; or IT security engineer to name a few.
By undertaking a focused research project in your final year of study, you’ll also acquire research skills and advanced technical expertise in your chosen topic, as well as the skills to become a creative, solutions-driven professional in the dynamic and ever-evolving field of cyber security. You will also be well positioned to pursue further study including a masters by research or PhD.
Participation requirements
Placement can occur at any time, including during the standard holiday breaks listed here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/courses/key-dates.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Equipment requirements
Student Equipment Purchases
The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course require that students have access to a range of technologies beyond a desktop computer or laptop. Students will be required to purchase minor equipment, such as small single board computers, microcontrollers and sensors, which will be used within a range of units in this course. This equipment is also usable by the student beyond their studies. Equipment requirements and details of suppliers will be provided on a per-unit basis. The indicative cost of this equipment for this course is AUD$500.
For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the School of Information Technology's website, www.deakin.edu.au/information-technology/students or telephone 03 9244 6699.
Alternative exit
S334 Bachelor of Cyber Security
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year, the units you choose and your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
Use the Fee estimator to see course and unit fees applicable to your course and type of place. Further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods is available on our Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes
|
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Develop a coherent and advanced knowledge of cyber security, with detailed knowledge of the computer networking, security analytics, secure coding and knowledge, skills, tools, and methodologies for professional practice and research. |
| Communication | Communicate in a professional context to inform, motivate, and effect change, and to drive sustainable innovation, utilising a range of verbal, graphical and written methods, recognising the needs of diverse audiences. |
| Digital literacy | Utilise a range of digital technologies and information sources to discover, analyse, evaluate, select, process, and disseminate both technical and non-technical information in cyber security projects and research. |
| Critical thinking | Evaluate information and evidence, applying critical and analytical thinking and reasoning, technical skills, personal judgement and values, in decision processes. |
| Problem solving | Apply theoretical constructs and skills and critical analysis to real-world and ill-defined problems and develop robust cyber security solutions. |
| Self-management | Work independently to apply knowledge and skills to new situations in research and professional practice and/or further learning in the field of cyber security with adaptability, autonomy, responsibility, and personal accountability for actions as a practitioner and a learner. |
| Teamwork | Contribute effectively as a skilled and knowledgeable individual to the processes and output of a work unit or team, with specific knowledge and skills associated with using professional and research practices associated with the information technology industry. |
| Global citizenship | Apply professional and ethical standards and accountability in research and in designing, deploying, and operating cyber security solutions. |
Approved by Faculty Board 28 July 2022
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Cyber Security (Honours) students must complete 32 credit points comprising:
- Thirteen (13) credit points of core units
- A three (3) credit point Cyber Security capstone
- A four (4) credit point Cyber Security Research Training capstone
- And one of:
- Three minors (totalling 12 credit points) OR
- Two minors (totalling 8 credit points), and four open elective units (4 credit points) OR
- One minor (totalling 4 credit points), and eight open elective units (8 credit points)
- Completion of STP050 Academic Integrity (0-credit point compulsory unit)
- Completion of SIT010 Safety Induction Program (0-credit point compulsory unit)
- Completion of STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit)
- level 1 - maximum of 10 credit points
- levels 2 and 3 - minimum of 14 credit points over both levels
- level 7 – minimum 4 credit points of postgraduate units
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
Minor sequences
Refer to the details of each minor sequence for availability.
Course structure
Course Certifications
Students will also have the opportunity to complete industry certifications within the following core units as part of your cyber security degree for no additional cost:
| SIT182 | Real World Practices for Cyber Security |
| SIT218 | Secure Coding |
| SIT282 | Computer Forensics and Investigations |
| SIT379 | Ethical Hacking |
Certifications include:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Secure Programmer (ECSP)
- Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CSX)
These industry certifications are recognised globally and prove your competence and proficiency in these highly skilled cyber security areas.
Core
Year 1 -Trimester 1
| SIT102 | Introduction to Programming |
| SIT111 | Computer Systems |
| SIT182 | Real World Practices for Cyber Security |
| SIT192 | Discrete Mathematics |
| STP050 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| SIT010 | Safety Induction Program (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
Year 1 - Trimester 2
| SIT202 | Computer Networks and Communication |
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus one minor unit (one credit point)
Year 2 - Trimester 1
| SIT282 | Computer Forensics and Investigations |
| SIT384 | Cyber Security Analytics |
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus one minor unit (one credit point)
Year 2 - Trimester 2
| SIT218 | Secure Coding |
| SIT223 | Professional Practice in Information Technology # |
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus one minor unit (one credit point)
Year 3 - Trimester 1
| SIT324 | Malware Analysis |
| SIT327 | Network Forensics |
Plus one minor unit (one credit point)
Plus one (1) credit point from the following capstone options:
| SIT374 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices ^~ OR |
One (1) SIT elective unit
Year 3 - Trimester 2
| SIT379 | Ethical Hacking |
Plus one elective unit (one credit point)
Plus two (2) credit points from the following capstone options:
| SIT378 | Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery ^ and |
| SIT306 | IT Placements and Industry Experience ^+ |
OR
| SIT344 | Professional Practice (2 credit points) ^+ |
Year 4 - Trimester 1
| SIT723 | Research Training and Project (2 credit points) (Research Training capstone)^ |
Plus two (2) major or minor units (two (2) credit points)
Year 4 - Trimester 2
Plus two (2) electives or minor units (2 credit points)
Plus two (2) credit points from the following Research Training capstone options:
| SIT724 | Research Project (2 credit points)^ |
OR
| SIT746 | Research Project (Advanced) (2 credit points)^* |
^ offered in trimester 1, trimester 2, trimester 3
+ Students must have completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit) and SIT223 Professional Practice in IT.
~ Note: Students are recommended to undertake SIT374 and SIT378 in consecutive trimesters. Students should seek advice from the unit chair if they are unable to complete SIT374 and SIT378 consecutively.
^ Offered in Trimester 1, trimester 2 and trimester 3
# Corequisite of STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit)
* Entry to SIT746 is subject to specific unit entry requirements.
Electives
Select from a range of elective units offered across many courses. In some cases you may even be able to choose elective units from a completely different discipline area (subject to meeting unit requirements).
Work experience
This course includes a compulsory work placement where you will be required to undertake a minimum of 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, please refer to deakin.edu.au/sebe/wil)
Elective units may also provide additional opportunities for Work Integrated Learning experiences.
Details of minor sequences
Security Management
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Geelong (Waurn Ponds), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000003
Overview
The Security Management minor will provide the opportunity for you to use your gained managerial and cyber security skills to assist companies in their planning, governance and change policies to help ensure their resilience and defence of related threats.
Units
| MIS211 | Cyber Security and Governance |
| MMH356 | Change Management |
| MMM132 | Management |
| SIT284 | Cyber Security Management |
Network Security
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Geelong (Waurn Ponds), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000010
Overview
Learn the details of defending computer networks. Study advanced network defence techniques, including using forensics, machine learning, and data science to protect network data from attackers.
Units
| SIT221 | Data Structures and Algorithms |
| SIT281 | Cryptography |
| SIT325 | Advanced Network Security |
| SIT326 | Advanced Network Analytics and Forensics |
Information Technologies Research
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000018
Overview
This minor provides students with hands on experience in research and publishing scientific papers. This minor is designed to help support students aiming to pursue a research higher degree.
Units
| SLE761 | Professional Research Practice |
| SIT718 | Real World Analytics |
| SIT747 | Research Project (Publication) (2 credit points)+ |
+ Entry to SIT747 is subject to specific unit entry requirements.
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
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