Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Cyber Security
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Cyber Security
Summary The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a…
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Summary
The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching.
The Bachelor of Cyber Security has been developed in consultation with cybersecurity experts from government and industry. You’ll gain the skills needed to harden organisations against cyber threats by building your awareness of the motivations, mindsets, capabilities and skills of cybercriminals; and by developing your expertise in information security and data privacy, offensive security, digital forensics, applied cryptography, secure coding and artificial intelligence.
Key features
Start your degree with foundational studies
Develop your skills in critical analysis, problem-solving, digital communication, media literacy and teamwork. Combine majors and get the competitive edge
Tailor what you study by combining Macquarie majors. Choose one or two from more than 20 majors, or from a wide range of units. Concentrate on the technical aspects of cybersecurity
Examine topics from applied cryptography, ethical hacking, digital forensics, secure application development and data privacy. Hone your multidisciplinary knowledge and skills
Develop a unique combination of technical, policy and business skills, and be in demand with employers.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Arts manager
Chief information security officer
Chief privacy officer
Choreographer
Criminologist
Ethical hacker
Intelligence and security specialist
International development adviser
Journalist
Legal officer
Risk analyst
Screen and film producer
Security architect
Security consultant
Security operations centre manager
Source code auditor
Television producer or presenter
Vulnerability assessor
Writer
Employers
Arts organisations
Banks and financial institutions
Consulting firms
Cultural and heritage organisations
Defence agencies
Energy and environment sector
Government agencies and departments
Information technology companies
Legal service providers
Media and entertainment companies
Media, creative or communications agencies
Museums
NGOs
Regulatory authorities
Retail and e-business companies
Schools
Start-ups
Technology and telecommunications companies
Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Universities
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
