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Course Information

Bachelor of Science (Cyber Security)

Effective from 01-JAN-2018 : Code Y89

This course 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 achieve 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.

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.

Work Experience Option

Students have the opportunity to seek a Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner, equivalent to one semester of full-time study.

Duty of care

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.

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.

Prerequisites

Students are required to have successfully completed any pre-requisite units, and must have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 per cent or higher across their course, or have a WAM of 70 per cent or higher for the semester preceding their application.

Application process

Students are required to apply in writing to the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator (the student's Course Coordinator can advise who is the responsible staff member) upon successful completion of 240 credit points of study. Students should seek the advice of their Course Coordinator and the WIL Coordinator as to the appropriateness of pursuing the work placement option within their course structure, and also as to their eligibility to be considered.

Enrolment process

Successful applicants for the work placement must enroll in and complete the requirements for the unit CSI3345 Work Experience Project (in place of CSG3303, CSG3305 and two elective units). Students require written permission from the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator to enroll in CSI3345. Students are also advised not to enroll in any additional units whilst undertaking their Work Integrated Learning placement.

Implications of failing

Failure to successfully complete CSI3345 Work Experience Project will necessitate completing CSG3303, CSG3305 and 2 elective units instead, which could add one or more semesters to a student's course duration.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply communication skills to demonstrate independence in design and analysis of cyber security solutions and presenting documented results.
2. Apply comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques in the cyber security discipline to both theoretical as well as practical situations.
3. Apply creative thinking to identify and solve cyber security challenges.
4. Demonstrate creativity and initiative to generate ideas for planning and implementing independent projects in the cyber security discipline.
5. Exercise critical thinking and judgement to investigate and solve problems relating to cyber security issues in digital systems and networks.
6. Incorporate an awareness of cross-cultural issues and demonstrate cultural and indigenous competence in professional practice in the cyber security area.
7. Use digital technologies and cyber security software tools for assessing and evaluating cyber security information.
8. Work collaboratively in the application of knowledge and skills to identify issues and make decisions relevant to cyber security.

Professional Recognition

Course

This course has been Accredited by: Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Admission requirements

Academic standard for the following admission pathways:

• ATAR
• Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma
• Experienced Based Entry (where accepted)
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test
• University Preparation Course
• Indigenous University Orientation Course

Course Duration

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

Course Delivery

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

Course Coordinator

Dr Patryk Sebastian SZEWCZYK

Course Structure

Year 3 - Semester 2

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* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.