Bachelor of Cyber Security and Behaviour

Western's bachelor of cyber security and behaviour is the only cyber security degree in australia that analyses both the technical and human side, and places you at the forefront of a dynamic digital world. 

With a focus on hands on learning led by industry experts, you'll 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 advanced 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, your final year will include a half-year placement at the Western Centre for Cybersecurity Aid & Community Engagement working on cyber security problems for local businesses, followed by an industry lead project or placement with a partner organisation.

Career Opportunities

• As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. 

Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

• Cyber safety officer
• Data security analyst
• Security analyst
• Risk analyst
• Cyber policing
• Cyber intelligence

Accreditation

• This program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.

Real-world experience

• Western's links with industry, government and non-profit organisations like Gridware, the E-Safety Commission and local public hospitals mean students are exposed to real world cyber security and e-safety from their first year.  
• Students join the Western Centre for Cybersecurity Aid & Community Engagement in their final year to complete two placements. First working within the Centre addressing real problems for local businesses who are clients of the centre. Students are supervised by the centre manager and the cyber security team. The second placement is with an industry partner.

Industry endorsement

• This degree is endorsed by our industry partners; DXC Technology, Macquarie Telecom, Aruba and Telstra. Key cyber-security personnel from each of these organisations are on hand to offer you placements, work-integrated learning, guest lectures, and training advice. 

International research partners

• Western’s international research partners include Mitre Corporation, Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (Spain), University of South Africa, University of Hong Kong, and University of Oxford. Get greater insight into global security policy, safety awareness, the psychology of cyber criminals, the list goes on.