Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Cyber Security
Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Cyber Security
Protect society from the growing threat of cybercrime with Deakin’s Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Cyber Security. Be ready to explore roles from either field with the benefit of a complementary skill set or use your dual expertise to become an in-demand cyber security lawyer, capable of handling the complex issues…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Protect society from the growing threat of cybercrime with Deakin’s Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Cyber Security. Be ready to explore roles from either field with the benefit of a complementary skill set or use your dual expertise to become an in-demand cyber security lawyer, capable of handling the complex issues of our evolving digital world.
Professionals with cyber security risk detection and mitigation skills are needed more than ever. It’s not just everyday consumers who are facing the threat of cybercrime; government and businesses need professionals who can identify risks and protect their digital operations and assets.
This combined course puts you in a position to answer the call. With an emphasis on real-world learning, you will develop advanced skills in cyber security that perfectly complement your legal knowledge, and you will graduate with two degrees after just five years of full-time study.
Ready to go beyond the traditional with a sought-after skill set that will get you noticed?
Study Deakin’s unique Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Cyber Security and cover all the major areas of law, including:
constitutional law
administrative law
contract law
criminal law
equity and trusts
property law.
As well as industry-relevant areas of cyber security, such as:
computer crime and digital forensics
database and information management
ethical hacking
cyber security management.
Through this broad range of units, you will build a diverse set of skills, opening the door to exciting career opportunities. You could choose to pursue a role as a cyber security lawyer, leaning on your deep understanding of privacy law and criminal law to better protect the rights of your clients. Or, you could aim to be on the front line of cybercrime, using your skills in system security to set up digital barriers between businesses and cyber threats.???
Career outcomes
Studying this combined course means you will be well placed to work in the field of law and cyber security, or in roles where both disciplines intersect. You’ll graduate with the diverse skills and practical experience required to thrive in roles including:
business analyst
business manager, company administrator or consultant
corporate lawyer
cyber security consultant
policy adviser
policy adviser for government departments or authorities such as the Attorney General’s Department, the Director of Public Prosecutions and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission
security analyst/ cyber threat analyst
security systems manager.
Obtaining a law degree is your first step to entering the legal profession. Upon completion of your degree and the additional practical legal training, you will be qualified to work as a solicitor in legal fields, including:
commercial law
criminal law
family law
personal injury law
public international and human rights law
refugee law
the law pertaining to government.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Deakin University is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU).  It is a global leader in many areas of study including accounting and finance, business, engineering, education, nursing, sport science, and sport management. It is known for its industry-based learning, with all degrees offering the opportunity for work placements. Deakin has four campuses across the state of Victoria, offering high-quality teaching and first-rate facilities.  Our students love studying here – that is why Deakin University has been ranked #1 for course and student satisfaction in Victoria for 13 years (Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2022 (GOS)).
