Degree
Major
80 credit points
Major in Cyber Security
Overview
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Degree/s offering this major
Bachelor of Information Technology
Summary
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.
Career outcomes
With a rapidly evolving job market, graduate employability remains our priority. We’re working closely with a range of industries and sectors to ensure you’re job-ready when you graduate. View graduate professions and potential employers.
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Faculty of Science and Engineering
The Faculty of Science and Engineering isn't afraid to tackle the big issues. In a world more dependent on science and engineering than ever before, we stand at the forefront of innovation. We're home to globally renowned academics, so you'll learn from those who are making an impact on major issues affecting the world.
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Studying at Macquarie
Our vibrant and leafy campus forms part of one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia. To ensure you have the right skills when you graduate — whether you're starting your first job or taking your career to the next level — we offer flexible study options, personalised degrees and practical experiences.
Benefits of studying at Macquarie
Major structure
What you’ll study
A major allows you to focus on an area of study, such as Cyber Security, within more generalist degrees. It’s recorded on your testamur and academic transcript.
Major requirements
80 credit points
Essential units
80 credit points
Complete each unit below.
Essential units are units that you must complete to qualify for your degree.
How can I study this major?
Cyber Security is available as a major as part of the below degree/s:
Further course details
For further details and specific course requirements, visit the Handbook >
Guide to University terminology
Use our handy guide to better understand common study terms.
Career outcomes
Set your career in motion
Professions
- Cybersecurity auditor
- Cybersecurity consultant
- Cybersecurity governance manager
- IT or security manager
- Privacy officer
- Risk analyst
Employers
- Banks and financial institutions
- Consulting firms
- Defence agencies
- Energy and environment sector
- Government agencies and departments
- Information technology companies
- Media and entertainment companies
- Retail and e-business companies
- Technology and telecommunications companies
- Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Career information
Job and Skills Australia – an Australian Government initiative – provides accessible labour-market data, research and tools to help you understand Australia’s current and projected workforce-skills needs.
Multiply your employability
Co-designed degrees
Study a degree co-designed with industry, and graduate with the knowledge and skills employers want.
Career service
Get help preparing a résumé, identifying job opportunities and connecting with employers.
In-built internships
Study a degree with built-in practical experiences, and get an invaluable head start in your career.
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