Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour
Western Sydney University - Parramatta
Overview
Cyber Security and Behaviour analyses both the technical and human side, placing you at the forefront of the dynamic digital world. With a focus on hands-on learning led by industry experts, you'll use cutting edge technology to develop skills in programming and hacking and build your understanding of usable security and privacy by design. You'll 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 advance hacking, and use this knowledge to protect data against cyber attacks. The course involves a full semester internship.
Majors
Areas of study
Criminology, cyber crime, data informatics, programming, psychology, systems security.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Cyber-security and intelligence, cyber safety officer, data security analyst, risk analyst, government and private sectors, technology, criminology and finance.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 83.2 | 90.5 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 71.43 | 77.85 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 65.15 | 75.15 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the Western Sydney University website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
Western Sydney University
Campus
Parramatta
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Other
Indicative ATAR
65.15
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years
Course Link
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- State
- NSW
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 292
- Campuses
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Bankstown Campbelltown Campbelltown or Orange Hawkesbury Liverpool Nirimba (Blacktown) Parramatta Parramatta City Penrith Sydney City
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