Undergraduate
International Cybersecurity
Contact us
Address
Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
Hours
Frequently asked questions
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This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career opportunities
Almost every Information and Communications Technology career path encompasses some aspect of security, including and beyond the job roles of cybersecurity specialist, information technology specialist, software engineer or information specialist.
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
International Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 13.5
- 13
- 2.4
- 87.4
- 316
- 348
- 342
- 76
- 1300
- 72
- 92
Admission requirements
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Methods ATAR
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
Apply through TISC
- Log in to the TISC website
If you’re a Year 12 student studying a WACE course at a WA high school or a pathway program, you are already automatically registered with TISC. - Select your preferences
You can choose up to six preferences when you apply through TISC. You should list your preferences in order from your most desired course onwards; this way you’ll have plenty of options to get into UWA. - Lodging your application
You’re almost there! After answering a few questions, you’ll need to make a declaration about your application. - Application processing fee
Your TISC application is lodged once you’ve completed the payment. For more information on fees and payments, visit the TISC website.
Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Undergraduate
- MJD-ICYDM
- 4 years full-time
Why study this course
- As a cybersecurity expert, you’ll be in high demand. According to LinkedIn Professional Jobseeker data, cybersecurity specialists are in the top five emerging careers
- Studying contemporary international politics in the context of cybersecurity will give you the breadth of understanding and technical knowledge employers are looking for
- You can apply your skills to make a real difference, by keeping nations, communities, organisations and individuals safe from cyber crime
You'll learn to
- create, operate, analyse and test secure systems
- detect, analyse and confront cybersecurity challenges
- use mathematical, technical and business tools to secure information systems across a range of industries
- work effectively as a team member and as a team leader
- extend knowledge in cybersecurity through research, experimentation and analysis
Student Clubs
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find people here to share your journey.
Enhance your employability while making lifelong friends and connections by joining one of our many student clubs, such as:
- UWA Data Science Club
- Computer Science Students Club
- Coders for Causes
- UWA Information Security Society
- UWA Programming Competition Society (PCS)
Find out more about all our student clubs from the UWA Student Guild.
Accreditation
The International Cybersecurity major (MJD-ICYDM) in the Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours) is provisionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for this degree.
Admission entry pathways
UWA offers a number of admission entry pathways for domestic and international students to be able to study with us. If your results do not qualify you for standard entry into the University, check our Admission entry pathways for one that suits you.