This coursework degree is designed to meet the demand for cyber security professionals in government, law enforcement, and industry.
The course engages with, and provides a pathway for, information technology professionals seeking to commence or further progress their careers in the cyber security domain. It is also relevant to those seeking to enter the IT profession who have no previous experience in the cyber discipline.
Course Learning Outcomes
Implement independent judgement when analysing various cyber security based problems to develop innovative solutions.
Communicate specialised knowledge, concepts and skills to a variety of audiences within the cyber security discipline.
Demonstrate management skills by planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating technical solutions within the cyber security focused discipline.
Career opportunities
This course prepares students for careers in the field of cyber security, including areas such as network security, computer forensics, network forensics, security assessment, information warfare and cyber security management.
Possible future job titles
Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Officer, Technical IT Security Officer, Network Security Engineer, Information Security Auditor, Information Security Analyst, Cyber Security Consultant, Software Auditor.