Diploma of Information Technology (LDIT) (076109C) + Bachelor of Cybersecurity (DPSBCY) (096351E)

The Diploma of Information Technology provides a broad introduction to computing, after which students will progress to a more specialised area during their degree such as computer networking, information systems, software development and web development.

Students will begin to develop an understanding of the architecture and functions of computer networks, learn how to analyse and design information systems and create solutions to programming problems while learning a programming language.

Bachelor of Cybersecurity offers you the opportunity to step into the rapidly evolving digital world of cybersecurity.

Students will build a highly specialised technical skillset as they learn about the history of hacking, build their own coding expertise, and access industry-based projects and mentoring opportunities with major corporations.

They will also have the opportunity to complement their industry-focused learning with a choice of advanced electives in IT, business, law, policy and strategic communication.

Students will learn:

• Cybersecurity fundamentals

Learn the basic principles and best practices of cybersecurity. Understand how it mitigates cyber vulnerabilities and protects confidential information.

• Ethical hacking and defence

Gain evaluation techniques to assess the security of network configuration and apply these skills to defend against network-based threats.

• Programming and cyber algorithms

Explore the widely used Python programming language and learn how algorithms are used to solve cybersecurity challenges.

• Network engineering

Study the architecture of computer networks and the internet, and examine protocols and services used in the defence of online information.

• Cyber governance and risk management

Learn the frameworks for cybersecurity governance and risk mitigation based on your emerging understanding of business strategy and risk appetite.