Overview

The Cyber Security and Behaviour program at Western Sydney University helps you to 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'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.

We've partnered with leading Australian and global organisations to offer industry based training, and your final year will include specialised industry placement or a research project where you will work towards industry certifications. Graduate ready for a thriving career in cyber security and intelligence, including Data and Security Analyst, Ethical Hacker or Cyber Policy Maker.

Your career

Pursue a career in cyber security and intelligence, the government and private sectors, technology, criminology, finance and governance.

Go on to great roles including:

Cyber safety officer

Data security analyst

Security analyst

Risk analyst

Cyber policing

Cyber intelligence

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Psychology

Living, Learning and Working on the Web

Information Systems in Context

Computer Networking

Usable Design

Cyber Crime and Social Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Cyber Security View 45 other Bachelors in Cyber Security in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

82

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Western Sydney University and/or in Australia, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 094541D

Prospective online students apply for admission to this course directly through WSU Online. A student’s eligibility will be assessed according to the existing admission criteria.
Admission to Western Sydney University is highly competitive and is on the basis of academic merit.
International students are required to meet the same standards as Australian residents.

Tuition Fee

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International

28928 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28928 AUD per year during 36 months.

At Western all Undergraduate Award programs offer Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) to Domestic Students.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Cyber Security and Behaviour.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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