Cyber Security, Major (0066)

  • Western Sydney University Major Code: 0066

Previous Code: M3116.1

Available to students in other Western Sydney University programs?  No

The Cyber Security major aims to develop graduates with sound skills in the discipline of information systems security. Today, the widespread use of networked systems means protecting these systems from various attacks is more important than ever. Cyber Security is an essential aspect of today’s information systems. This major covers fundamental information security knowledge and security protocols from basic cryptography algorithms to their applications in computer systems and networked systems. Students will learn fundamental security concepts, practical implementation of the security application programs as well as ethical hacking techniques to protect cyber security.

Location

Campus Mode Advice
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road Internal CDMS@westernsydney.edu.au
Penrith Campus Internal CDMS@westernsydney.edu.au

Major Structure Current

This major structure applies to students who commenced in 2024 or later. If you commenced prior to 2024 please refer to the Structure 2022-23 tab for details.

Students must complete 80 credit points as follows.

Subject Title Credit Points
COMP 2008Computer Organisation10
INFO 3002Ethical Hacking Principles and Practice10
INFO 3007Network Security10
Select one of the following:10
Operating Systems Programming
Systems Programming 1
Select one of the following:10
Data Structures and Algorithms
Data Structures and Algorithms (Advanced)
Select one of the following:10
Information Security
Information Security (Advanced)
Select two from the following:20
Computer Networks and Internets
Cyber Security
Internet of Things and Smart Environments
Quantum Computing and Communication
Social Web Analytics
Total Credit Points80

Major Structure 2022 - 2023

If you commenced in 2024 or later please refer to the Structure 2024 tab for details.

Students must complete 80 credit points as follows.

Subject Title Credit Points
COMP 2008Computer Organisation10
COMP 2009Data Structures and Algorithms10
INFO 3002Ethical Hacking Principles and Practice10
INFO 3006Information Security10
INFO 3007Network Security10
Select one of the following:10
Operating Systems Programming
Systems Programming 1
Select two from the following:20
Computer Networks and Internets
Computer Security
Internet of Things and Smart Environments
Quantum Computing and Communication
Social Web Analytics
Total Credit Points80