Course Information

Bachelor of Counter Terrorism Security and Intelligence

Effective from 01-JAN-2015 : Code Y14

The changing nature of threats requires an understanding of the complex issues involved in countering the menace that is modern terrorism and crime. This degree brings together the key aspects of national and international security with an emphasis on contemporary security issues. By studying the core elements of terrorism, security and intelligence in the foundation year, students will be able to undertake specialised study in how to counter the terrorist threat, apply intelligence gathering techniques, think critically, analyse, and understand criminal motivation. Students will learn to utilise suitable technology to secure assets, protect critical and national infrastructure, and employ security management techniques to achieve desired security outcomes.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:

  • ATAR or notional ATAR minimum entry rank on basis of previous studies
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Aboriginal University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test
  • Special Consideration Entry
  • Educational Disadvantage
  • Portfolio entry where accepted

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY1118Security Foundations15
SCY1117Intelligence Foundations15
SCY1130Terrorism and International Security15
SCY1108Building Management Systems15
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY1103Physical Security15
SCY2107Threat Detection Systems15
LAW2600Terrorism and the Law15
CSI2102Information Security15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2112Counterterrorism15
SCY2108Security Control Systems15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2120Applied Intelligence15
SCY2212Security Risk15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2109Surveillance Systems15
SCY3107Intelligence Analysis15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY3506Counter Intelligence15
SCY3508Radicalism and Political Extremism15
Unit from Majorx 230

Note: Students may complete a 6-unit Minor in Psychology, plus 2 Elective units in place of a Major. Selection of an alternative Major to those available requires the approval of the Course Coordinator.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Y14|2

Course Information

Bachelor of Counter Terrorism Security and Intelligence

Effective from 01-JUL-2015 : Code Y14

The changing nature of threats requires an understanding of the complex issues involved in countering the menace that is modern terrorism and crime. This degree brings together the key aspects of national and international security with an emphasis on contemporary security issues. By studying the core elements of terrorism, security and intelligence in the foundation year, students will be able to undertake specialised study in how to counter the terrorist threat, apply intelligence gathering techniques, think critically, analyse, and understand criminal motivation. Students will learn to utilise suitable technology to secure assets, protect critical and national infrastructure, and employ security management techniques to achieve desired security outcomes.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:

  • ATAR or notional ATAR minimum entry rank on basis of previous studies
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Aboriginal University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test
  • Special Consideration Entry
  • Educational Disadvantage
  • Portfolio entry where accepted

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY1118Security Foundations15
SCY1117Intelligence Foundations15
SCY1130Terrorism and International Security15
SCY1108Building Management Systems15
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY1103Physical Security15
SCY2107Threat Detection Systems15
LAW2605Security and the Law15
CSI1101Computer Security15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2112Counterterrorism15
SCY2108Security Control Systems15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2120Applied Intelligence15
SCY2212Security Risk15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY2109Surveillance Systems15
SCY3107Intelligence Analysis15
Unit from Majorx 230
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCY3506Counter Intelligence15
SCY3508Radicalism and Political Extremism15
Unit from Majorx 230

Note: Students may complete a 6-unit Minor in Psychology, plus 2 Elective units in place of a Major. Selection of an alternative Major to those available requires the approval of the Course Coordinator.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Y14|3