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3 Years
Full-time / Part-time / Online / On-campus
Semester 1 (late February) | Semester 2 (late July)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
ECU City Campus, Perth, Western Australia
500 Wellington Street, Perth, WA 6000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Professional Science Essentials
Programming Principles
Mathematics for Computing
Systems Analysis
Applied Communications
Computer Security
Computer Fundamentals
Database Systems
Cryptographic Concepts
IoT and OT Security
Scripting Languages
IT Security Management
Network Security
Project Methods and Professionalism
Malware Analysis
Digital Forensics
Ethical Hacking and Defence
Machine Learning and Data Visualisation
Enterprise Security and Governance
Cyber Security Incident Detection and Response
Applied Project
Core option for students NOT undertaking a Work Integrated Learning placement (30 credit points)
Professional Placement (Computing and Security)
For students approved for a Work Integrated Learning placement (60 credit points)
Common Questions
Yes, the course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). ECU is also the only Australian university recognised as an International Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence.
Yes, students have the opportunity to seek a Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner, equivalent to one semester of full-time study. Students will be expected to undertake a minimum of 300 hours over a maximum of 17 weeks, with typical full-time placements comprising 450 hours of professional placement.
For domestic students, the estimated first-year indicative fee is AUD $8,950 (Commonwealth supported place). For international students, the estimated first-year indicative fee is AUD $42,500.
Yes, the course is available both full-time and part-time, and can be studied at the Joondalup campus, South West campus, in Sri Lanka, or fully online. Both Semester 1 and Semester 2 intakes are available across these modes.
Yes, ECU offers a unique 4-year dual degree in partnership with the University of Portsmouth, where students can study Cybercrime, Security & Intelligence in Perth and in the UK.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
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Step 02
Submit Documents
Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.
Step 03
Get Enrolled
Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!
Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.
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