Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security (091788E)

Deakin University’s Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security is the only degree of its kind in Australia. Today cyber security is a significant challenge for individuals and businesses alike. This course will equip students with an understanding of the major drivers of criminal behavior, along with the industry-relevant skills to tackle what is quickly becoming a critical threat to society. They will gain expertise in securing data and data communications, as well as investigating and providing solutions to cyber crime.

Students can develop strong practical and theoretical knowledge, with an emphasis on assessing cyber security in a working environment, developing security solutions for businesses, and understanding the ethical and legal implications of risk management.

Students will have access to specialized cyber security labs with state-of-the-art tools, putting them at the cutting edge of cyber security and criminology research.