Tuition Fee
Start Date
2024-07-01
Medium of studying
Not Available
Duration
60 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Cybersecurity | Information Systems
Discipline
Computer Science & IT
Minor
Security Measures | Cyber Forensics and Counterterrorism
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-03-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
This combined degree in Laws and Cyber Security equips students with a comprehensive understanding of both fields. Graduates are prepared for roles in cyber security, law, or as in-demand cyber security lawyers who can navigate the complexities of the digital world. The program includes hands-on experience with specialized software and opportunities for real-world legal experience through the Deakin Law Clinic.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Protect society from the growing threat of cybercrime and build your legal knowledge by studying Australia's only combined laws and cyber security degree.
- Be ready to explore roles from either field with the benefit of a complementary skill set or use your dual expertise to become an in-demand cyber security lawyer, capable of handling the complex issues of our evolving digital world.
Outline:
- Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake 2 trimesters each year
- The 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Cyber Security include: - 13 credit points of core units - 2 credit points of Cyber Security capstone units - 1 credit point of SIT coded elective unit - SIT010 Safety Induction Program (0 credit point compulsory unit) - STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point compulsory unit) - Level 3 - at least 4 credit points of SIT-coded units - Students undertaking this combined degree are not required to undertake SIT306 IT Placement.
Teaching:
- Gain real-world legal experience at the Deakin Law Clinic, a teaching law firm that gives you the opportunity to work with real clients under the supervision of qualified legal practitioners.
- Analyse complex legal problems and develop the drafting, communication and problem-solving skills required for a successful career in law.
- You will get hands-on experience with our specialised cyber security software that allows you to simulate and respond to real cyber attack scenarios.
- By practising your skills under pressure, you will feel confident and well-prepared by the time you enter the workforce.
Careers:
- cyber security lawyer
- policy adviser for government departments or authorities
- security analyst/ cyber threat analyst or security systems manager
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