BP356 - Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional)
Plan: BP356 - Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional)
Award abbreviation: BCyberSecu(Prof)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Computing Technologies (175H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/computing-technologies
ASCED code: 029901
CRICOS code: 114320C
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional) aims to develop your knowledge, skills and capacity to operate in the highly dynamic information technology industry. You will acquire particular expertise as a cyber security specialist.
You will be prepared to conduct methodical risk analysis of cyber assets, devise, implement and test cyber security mitigation solutions, and conduct forensic and attack analysis of critical incidences in cyber ecosystems. You will gain knowledge and practical, hands-on experience to influence an organisation's decision-making in protecting their critical infrastructure.
The Cyber Security (Professional) program will equip you with cutting-edge cyber security dynamic and practical capabilities, by leveraging on RMIT Centre for Cyber Security Research and Innovation’s industry networks, to undertake careers in the ever-evolving cyber security industry with the potential to move into the leadership roles. The professional year internship will prepare you to undertake industry roles with great confidence.
In addition you will be equipped with skills in the areas of cryptography, network security, e-commerce system security, major cyber incidence analysis, cyber-attack analysis, ethical hacking, ethical considerations in cyber security practice, privacy laws, intellectual property management, computer and internet forensics, blockchain technology for security, data security, software security, and large scale IT system (Cloud) security.
The program offers you the opportunity to expand your skill set by pursuing a discipline-specific or a cross-disciplinary minor. You have a diverse range of minors to choose from, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Creative Computing, Data Science, Enterprise Systems Development, Network Infrastructure, Blockchain Enabled Business, and CISCO Networking. These varied options will allow you to explore a different area of interest and complement your studies with additional knowledge and expertise.
This program is a four-year industry-oriented degree. It comprises of three years of study followed by a one-year industry placement in the final year of study. The School will assist you in your internship, providing you with professional coaching and networking opportunities with industry. The internship provides a unique opportunity to develop your professional and technical skills while creating and extending your professional network.
Further industry related experience is provided through completion of an industry related capstone experience in INTE2654 Cyber Security Capstone Project provides you with an industry related capstone experience, which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
Upon graduation from the Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional), you will be able to pursue roles with strong demand for skilled professionals such as cyber security risk and threat analyst, cyber-attack and incidents analyst, penetration tester, cyber security advisor, cyber security consultant, information security auditor, digital forensics analyst, cyber security system developer or programmer, security architect, security operations manager, cyber security operations support analyst, cyber security compliance and governance consultant, and cyber security lead.
While most courses in the program are delivered at the City Campus, others are delivered via a combination of predominantly campus-based activities supported by some online activities.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation:
Articulation agreements between RMIT programs enable students graduating from an RMIT qualification to achieve advanced standing in a higher-level qualification.
The BP356 Bachelor of Cyber Security (Professional) program does not currently have any articulation agreements with RMIT programs.
Pathways:
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of this program, you may (upon application) be eligible to proceed to BH012CS Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) (Honours), MC159 Master of Cyber Security, MC208 Master of Information Technology, MC267 Master of Data Science, and MC271 Master of Artificial Intelligence. Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each programs' entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements:
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent. For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites:
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent studies.
English Language Requirements:
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not currently accredited by any external industry or professional body.
The School has a very strong Industry Advisory Committee that is the main link to industry. Membership includes staff from major IT companies with global and local presence. The Committee meets twice a year and provides feedback on the currency of our programs, the changing needs of Industry and has input into the design of new programs.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Resources available from the Library
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to computer science, refer to http://rmit.libguides.com/compsci.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/indigenous.
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