Summary

With one third of Australian businesses having already been the victims of cybercrime and the cost of cyber attacks estimated to exceed $1?billion per year, cybersecurity experts are in demand to deal with threats to or vulnerabilities in computers, data, networks and programs.

The Cyber Security major will provide you with the foundational knowledge you’ll need to create and manage an effective cybersecurity environment for commercial, private and industrial applications. It emphasises concepts, insights and skills that will enable you to increase data security, provide data assurance and protect privacy. 

Key features

• Diversify your information technology studies

   

  Study this major if you’re looking to differentiate your skills in IT to enhance your career opportunities.

• Hone your skills within our unique cyber precinct

   

  Learn from and work with leading cybersecurity experts from the on-campus Optus Macquarie University Cyber Security Hub.

• Complete an extensive supervised project

   

  Undertake an industry-based project to solve a real-world problem with a focus on security.

• Enhance your learning within our unique high-tech precinct

   

  Undertake internships with world-leading organisations that are located next door to us in the Macquarie Park Innovation District.