Explore your study options
When you study a cyber security degree at Deakin, you’ll have access to the latest technology and learn in real life on an industry internship. We'll help you develop the skills needed to be ready to deal with the threats and challenges emerging from the digital world.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Research
Higher Degrees by Research (supervised research)
Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.
Choose a cyber security degree that will make you work ready
Learn how to identify, diagnose and analyse complex security incidents, from performing risk assessments and digital forensics to designing secure operating systems, networks, websites and databases.
Tailored learning paths
Deakin offers postgraduate information technology courses with options for professional and standard streams. The professional stream builds on existing knowledge and professional experience, while the standard stream empowers those launching a new career in information technology.
Industry skills
Graduate as an industry-ready professional with core security, commercial and personal skills that can be applied to diverse business and technology-focused problems. You’ll be highly valued by employers seeking digital security solutions and analysts.
Specialised facilities
Put your skills to the test in our specialised cyber security lab, packed with cutting-edge technology to test your skills in simulated real-world scenarios. You’ll also have access to RIoT lab, which is equipped with the latest in computing, robotics and cyber-physical systems.
Professional recognition
Most of our IT courses are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), ensuring a high quality of education and providing you with international recognition as an ICT industry professional so you stand out to future employers.
Students studying cyber security will have the opportunity to complete industry cyber security certifications. This means while you complete your studies, you’ll have a greater opportunity to gain employment within the cyber safety industry.
Learn with the best
Deakin is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide for computer science and information systems.* This rating highlights our world-class facilities, academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact.
The course content is truly reflective of the industry. With the ever-changing cyber security landscape, students are well placed to hit the ground running.
Colby Clayton
Bachelor of Information Technology (Security)
Top professional roles in cyber security
With big data analytics and AI becoming the fastest growing industries over the next five years,^ there’s never been a greater need for ICT security specialists to keep us safe online. By studying cyber security at Deakin, you'll gain a deep understanding of the digital threats facing businesses and individuals, while learning the skills needed to tackle future challenges.
You’ll graduate with the specialist skills and expertise demanded by a diverse range of industry and government sectors. You may find employment in roles such as:
- cyber security analyst
- network security analyst
- cyber threat analyst
- incident responder
- operations coordinator
- penetration tester
- cyber security advisor
- vulnerability researcher
- cyber security consultant
- information security auditor
- IT security engineer
- digital forensics analyst
- project manager
- cyber security system developer or programmer
- cyber security system manager.
World-class teaching experiences
Deakin’s teaching and research staff are experts in their fields, with broad international links and connections with industry. Our courses are designed to consider the needs of industry to ensure our teaching is up to date and reflects what organisations need.
Industry-based learning
Industry placements provide you with an opportunity to immerse yourself in a workplace, helping you to build your professional network and develop in-demand practical and job-ready skills. You'll also learn from professionals through guest lectures.
Research with us
Flesh out your own theories and ideas at a highly conceptual level. Research can bring real value and practical benefits to your place of employment – not just academia. Research anything from examining big data, through to data science and manipulation.
Want to explore more?
If you're dreaming of an exciting and rewarding career in cyber security, we'll help get you there.
How a cyber security career can secure your future
With the demand for cyber specialists to fill cyber security jobs at a record high, now is the time to start your cyber security career journey.
Converting a cyber security internship into a graduate position
Wondering if you'll get a job right after graduating with a cyber security degree? Thanks to Deakin's industry partnerships it's more likely than you think.
Footnotes
*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.
^Jobs and Skills Australia, National Employment Projections 2023 to 2033.
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of sources.
Contact us
Got a question about our cyber security courses? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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