Bachelor of Cyber Security
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
Gain in-demand skills to protect data and information systems from hackers, with a Bachelor of Cyber Security at Victoria University. Our cyber security degree opens many career possibilities. You will study information technology, preparing you for a career in software development or the networking industry. Then you will focus on specialised units in cyber security – gaining the expertise needed to apply for specialised roles. Learn essential skills in cyber-threat detection and risk managemen
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Footscray
- VIC · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 103891C
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Course overview
Gain in-demand skills to protect data and information systems from hackers, with a Bachelor of Cyber Security at Victoria University. Our cyber security degree opens many career possibilities. You will study information technology, preparing you for a career in software development or the networking industry. Then you will focus on specialised units in cyber security – gaining the expertise needed to apply for specialised roles. Learn essential skills in cyber-threat detection and risk management, including: cyber security technologies (such as digital signature, public key infrastructure, virtual private networks, firewalls, intrusion detection and data encryption) ethical hacking and digital forensic data collection vulnerability analysis and control enterprise security cyber security regulation, policies and laws software development network design. You will graduate with an internationally recognised degree, giving you the opportunity to launch your career within or outside Australia.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Victoria University bachelor entry generally requires a secondary school qualification equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Each course may set additional academic or selection requirements. 2. Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Victoria University bachelor entry generally requires a secondary school qualification equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Each course may set additional academic or selection requirements.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Footscray Park | — | — | $38,725per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Footscray Park | — | — | — | International students |
| 2026 · Trimester 3 | Footscray Park | 28 September 2026 | — | $38,725per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.