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Bachelor of Information Technology (Network and Cybersecurity Systems)
Study Networks and Cybersecurity Systems at Flinders
Secure the future, be a power-player in our networked society.
Get equipped with the skills to design and implement local and internet-wide communication systems. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of computer security, communications technology, administration, network engineering, enterprise systems and information networks. Graduates possess high-demand qualifications for the technology-driven marketplace.
*Available at Flinders' Adelaide City Campus at Festival Plaza from 2024. The University is confirming professional site accreditation for the programs offered at the City campus at Festival Plaza. This is expected to be finalised by early 2024.
*Available at Flinders' Adelaide City Campus at Festival Plaza from 2024. The University is confirming professional site accreditation for the programs offered at the City Campus at Festival Plaza. This is expected to be finalised by early 2024.
Why study Networks and Cybersecurity Systems at Flinders
- Develop your skills in computing, IT and cybersecurity
- Discover how electronic communication works (and when it doesn’t)
- Cover all cutting-edge developments in communications technology like optic fibre technology, cloud computing, and social networking and media
- Learn how to design electronic communications systems that maximise safety and security
- Undertake projects and work experience opportunities to gain professional insight and develop teamwork skills
- You can study toward becoming a Cisco certified entry networking technician (CCENT) or certified networking associate (CCNA)
Your career
The demand for graduates able to design, implement, maintain and manage networked computer systems is growing rapidly.
Potential occupations include:
- business analyst
- network engineer
- systems support officer
- cloud applications net developer
- information and IT security analyst.
Professional recognition / accreditation
All our Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.
What you will study
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Practical experience
The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.
- Develop applied and practical skills required for a career in cybersecurity, network systems and IT.
- Learn to work professionally and in a team through group projects, or take the opportunity to gain first-hand industry experience with a 12-week industry placement.
Study abroad
There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.
ATAR and Student Profile Information
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 96.30 | 98.80 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 77.10 | 84.70 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 62.70 | 65.25 |
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 20 | 24% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 10 | 12% |
| Work and life experience | N/P | N/P |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 27 | 33% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 10 | 12% |
| International Students | 8 | 10% |
| All students | 83 | 100% |
Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree
At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.
Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.
Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree
You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.
The need for cyber professionals has birthed a new employment market in our country. Flinders is focused on delivering a world-class online cybersecurity curriculum that exposes students to cutting-edge developments in communications technology.
Our focus on cyber security supports the Australian Government’s 2016 Cyber Security Strategy, which is centred on building our national capabilities in cyber threat detection and response and working with businesses to address the shortage of cyber skills in Australia.
How to apply
Choose your preferred course.
Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.
Choose other courses to include in your preferences.
Visit SATAC and submit your application online.
Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).
Find the entry path that’s right for you.
When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:
How to apply
Select your course.
Check entry requirements.
Check your eligibility for credit.
Obtain certified documents.
Submit your application and documents.
If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.
This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.
If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.
Course enquiries
Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.
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Last Updated: 29 Mar 2023