Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs)
Westerns Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour is the only cyber security degree in Australia that analyses both the technical and human side, and places you at the forefront of a dynamic digital world. With a focus on hands on learning led by industry experts, you will use cutting edge technology to develop skills in programming and hacking and build your understanding of usable security and privacy by design two skills that are highly sought after worldwide. You will be introduced to cyber
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Online
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Parramatta
- NSW · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 094541D
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Course overview
Westerns Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour is the only cyber security degree in Australia that analyses both the technical and human side, and places you at the forefront of a dynamic digital world. With a focus on hands on learning led by industry experts, you will use cutting edge technology to develop skills in programming and hacking and build your understanding of usable security and privacy by design two skills that are highly sought after worldwide. You will be introduced to cyber risk management frameworks and how to think dynamically to respond to cyber threats. Learn the behavioural science behind online fraud and advanced hacking and use this knowledge to protect data against cyber-attacks. Weve partnered with leading Australian and global organizations to offer industry based training, your final year will include a half-year placement at the Western Centre for Cybersecurity Aid and Community Engagement working on cyber security problems for local businesses, followed by an industry lead project or placement with a partner organization.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Matrikulasi
Matrikulasi GPA 1.5 / 4.0
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 20 · R 20 · W 20 · S 20
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia; an International Baccalaureate in Australia; a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 must apply via UAC International.
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 2 | Western Sydney University - Parramatta | 19 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Western Sydney University - Parramatta | 1 March 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Western Sydney Parramatta South | 1 March 2027 | — | $32,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Western Sydney Parramatta South | 19 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Western Sydney University - Parramatta
PrimaryCnr of Victoria Rd & James Ruse Dr, Parramatta, NSW
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References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.