Deakin University
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
This dual degree combines criminology and cyber security to create specialists who understand criminal behaviour and possess technical skills to combat cybercrime. Ideal for students seeking careers in law enforcement, security agencies, or technical cybersecurity roles.
Students should have completed secondary education or equivalent qualifications. No specific prior programming or criminology knowledge is required, as foundational units are provided. Students must have access to a desktop computer or laptop and be prepared to purchase minor equipment (estimated AUD$500) including single board computers, microcontrollers, and sensors. Some units may require police checks or Working with Children Checks depending on community placement components.
The criminology component covers major social science theories, criminological concepts, crime causes and consequences, criminal justice responses, policing, security, surveillance, and policy issues. The cyber security stream includes programming fundamentals, computer systems, discrete mathematics, object-oriented development, computer networks, secure coding, computer forensics, malware analysis, network forensics, cyber security analytics, and ethical hacking. Students complete two capstone units addressing real-world industry problems such as smart home security, penetration testing, and secure voting systems. Work integrated learning and industry placements provide practical experience in professional environments.
Deakin University's Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society with specialist cybersecurity recognition and international recognition through the Seoul Accord. The program is designed in conjunction with leading organizations including Victoria Police and the Australian Crime Commission, ensuring curriculum relevance and industry alignment. Students access state-of-the-art cyber security labs and specialised capstone facilities, positioning graduates at the cutting edge of research and practice.
Graduates pursue diverse career paths in both criminology and cyber security sectors. Criminology-focused roles include positions with government agencies, state and federal police, security and intelligence agencies, correctional services, and community services. Cyber security careers encompass security operations analyst, security systems manager, security system developer/programmer, anti-virus software developer, penetration tester, and cyber security specialist roles. The dual qualification provides flexibility to work in law enforcement technology, government cyber security agencies, private security consultancy, or research and policy development.
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