UndergraduateInformation Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber & Network Security)
TAFE NSW, Multi-campus, NSW, Australia
About this program
With our reliance on technology progressing and cyber security threats becoming an increasing challenge for both individuals and organisations, the demand for qualified network security specialists is growing.
In the Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber and Network Security) you will acquire the technical skills needed to work as a cyber-security specialist in the fast-growing and dynamic IT industry.
You’ll gain a solid foundation in network design, administration and security. You'll focus on critical analysis and problem solving skills to analyse security risks and apply appropriate mechanisms and policies to secure networks.
Learn to protect data and information, develop solutions for the control and protection against cybercrime and use innovative technologies to manage cyber security threats.
In order to ensure the best learning experience across delivery locations, students may be required to collaborate and attend at multiple locations.
To enhance your learning experience and industry engagement TAFE NSW students can become members of ACS (Australian Computer Society) for an annual fee of $72.00. For further information please visit: https://www.acs.org.au/
Learning Outcomes:
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:
- Monitor and evaluate computer networks, applications and data systems for vulnerabilities
- Develop solutions for the management and protection against the threat of cybercrime
- Install and configure security devices and tools to protect the security of data and information
- Perform penetration testing to identify system and network vulnerabilities
- Set up, test, configure and deploy physical networking equipment, network simulators, and virtual machines
- Apply coding languages for software defined and programmable network automation
- Undertake forensic analysis and reporting on cyber and network security breaches and incidents
- Administer cloud computing platforms such as AWS and Azure
Course Outcomes:
Develop professional skills for your career:
- Graduate with a bachelor's degree
- The skills and knowledge to gain employment in the industry as a network security specialist in a fast-growing and dynamic industry
- The ability to sit for recognised industry certifications such as Cisco, CCNA and CCNP
- An extensive range of established industry contacts and a strong network of peers
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 38 parts
- Completion of this course requires you to successfully complete 24 subjects made up of 21 core and 3 elective subjects. 1 elective subject from Level 200 and 2 elective subjects from Level 300
- Year 1- Core
- ITICT108A - Introduction to Cyber Security
- ITICT103A - Internetworking 1
- ITICT102A - Introduction to Programming
- ITPRD102A - Communication for the IT Professional
- ITICT107A - Introduction to Databases
- ITICT104A - Internetworking 2
- ITICT109A - Virtualisation
- ITPRD103AP - Professional Issues in IT
- Year 2 - Core
- ITNET204A - Introduction to Cryptography
- ITICT208A - Advanced Internetworking
- ITNET203A - Network Security
- ITPRD206A - Critical Thinking for the IT Professional
- ITNET205A - Network Automation
- ITNET206A - Cloud Computing Foundations
- ITPRD205A - Project Management
- Year 3 - Core
- ITNET310A - Software Defined & Programmable Networks
- ITNET314A - Advanced Network Security
- ITNET311A - Major Group Project
- ITICT302A - Secure Programming
- ITNET313A - Cloud Computing
- ITNET312A - Major Individual Project
- Year 2 Electives - Level 200
- ITICT202A - Wireless Networks
- ITICT209A - Machine Learning Foundations
- ITICT210A - Data Structures & Algorithms (Python)
- ITDAT202A - Data Infrastructure Engineering
- ITNET202A - Enterprise Security
- Year 3 Electives - Level 300
- ITICT304A - Machine Learning Algorithms Foundations
- ITDAT304A - Emerging Trends in Data Technology Foundations
- ITNET309A - Computer & Network Forensics
- ITNET301A - Mobile Computing and Security
- ITDAT303A - Data and Network Security Foundations
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Security SpecialistANZSCO 262112
The code used for the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 pathways. Newer cyber security specialisations (Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Security Analyst, and others) were split out of this code in 2021 to 2025 ANZSCO updates and sit on CSOL instead; picking the right code matters for which visa applies.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Database AdministratorANZSCO 262111
On STSOL and CSOL, which supports the 190 and 491 (not the 189 on its own) plus the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AdministratorANZSCO 262113
On STSOL, supporting the 190 and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
- Year 12 or equivalent - A pass in Year 12 Mathematics or equivalent Other requirements: - Questionnaire, Statement of Purpose (300-400 Words), and Interview conducted online using MS Teams - Download Document
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