Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Commerce course and career outcomes

However you choose to structure your study, La Trobe recognises your hard work. Here are the pathways you could follow as you move through your course.

Course intended learning outcomes

• Analyse real-world challenges confronting business and society, and propose innovative solutions.
• Apply critical and ethical awareness of human factors to develop effective policies that protect against cyber threats
• Develop effective and innovative solutions and risk management strategies to address real work problems in cybersecurity
• Formulate coordinated strategic communication processes for cyber incident responses
• Apply the principles of cybersecurity into practice through real-time industrial projects
• Evaluate potential solutions to real-world challenges and negotiate them with stakeholders.
• Implement and manage optimal solutions in a responsible and sustainable manner.
• Engage professionally in diverse teams to advance organisational and social goals.
• Utilise digital technologies effectively in identifying and executing managerial and policy solutions.
• Productively apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in the area of chosen major(s) and minor(s).
• Investigate, critically evaluate and apply current and emerging cybersecurity practices, regulations and standards
• Apply well developed knowledge and skills to safeguard data, systems and networks
• Employ professional skills and practice including effective team building, negotiation and high level communication across a range of environments

Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Commerce career opportunities

After graduation, you could work across a range of industries, including technology, communications, education, finance, government, defence, healthcare, and energy and resources.

Possible roles include:

• Ethical hacker
  • Bypass system and network infrastructure to safely expose weaknesses that could be exploited by a malicious hacker.
• Security architect
  • Plan, implement and supervise computer and network security systems to protect against cybercriminals.
• Business analyst
  • Help organisations identify their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Develop data-driven solutions and ensure operational excellence.
• Cybersecurity policy adviser
  • Understand and articulate business needs to develop and implement tailored cybersecurity policies.
• Project manager
  • Take charge of projects across a range of industries.
  • Connect teams and stakeholders to deliver results on time and on budget.

Professional recognition

Fees and scholarships

Estimated course fees for international students

The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.

International scholarships

Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative

The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.

Find out more about Destination Australia scholarships.

Note: You must first have an offer to study at La Trobe before you are eligible to apply for a La Trobe scholarship.

How to apply

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CRICOS code: 0100860

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