Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis/ Bachelor of Cyber Security
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis/ Bachelor of Cyber Security combines two in-demand skill sets to create one supercharged outcome.
Learn not just how to extract data, but how to turn it into meaningful narratives and insights for every imaginable business. Gain the skills to innovatively solve a range of business, technology, analysis, and analytics problems.
Then, prepare to outhack the hackers with your expertise in cyber security. Develop expertise in secure programming, penetration testing, risk management, cyber resilience, and more. Delve into embedded industry projects. Plus, plan and implement a cyber security strategy.
Graduate ready to pursue a riveting career as a cyber analyst, business analyst, penetration tester, security consultant, information security officer, project manager or in the field of solution architecture.
Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2024
- Semester 2 - 29 July 2024
VTAC codes
- 3400213061 (CSP)
- 3400213063 (IFP)
Course details
- Course structure and career opportunities.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis/ Bachelor of Cyber Security requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Innovative Business Practice | BUS10012 | 12.5 |
| Programming Concepts | ICT10013 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Business Digitalisation | INF10024 | 12.5 |
| Foundations of Data Management and Analytics | INF10025 | 12.5 |
| First Year Industry Project | INF10026 | 12.5 |
| Contemporary Management Principles | MGT10009 | 12.5 |
| Digital Business Analysis and Design | INF20029 | 12.5 |
| Business Digitalisation Industry Project * | INF30027 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Web Development | COS10005 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Programming | COS10009 | 12.5 |
| Technology in an Indigenous Context Project | COS10025 | 12.5 |
| ICT Inquiry Project | ICT10022 | 12.5 |
| Network Administration | TNE10005 | 12.5 |
| Networks and Switching | TNE10006 | 12.5 |
| ICT Project A * | ICT30017 | 12.5 |
| ICT Project B * | ICT30018 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Learn the fundamentals of encryption systems, access control, the internet and get into the minds of malicious hackers and cyber-criminals. Learn their tricks and how to defeat them.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Malware Analysis | COS20030 | 12.5 |
| ICT Design Project | ICT20025 | 12.5 |
| Network Routing Principles | TNE20002 | 12.5 |
| IT Security * | COS30015 | 12.5 |
| ICT Innovation Project * | ICT30016 | 12.5 |
| Cyber Security Ethics, Law and Policy * | LAW30030 | 12.5 |
| Network Security and Resilience * | TNE30009 | 12.5 |
| Secure Remote Access Networks | TNE30012 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Define and integrate theoretical principles applicable to Business, Technology, Analysis and Analytics and apply those principles to inform and improve practice in a range of industry contexts
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources in order to make informed judgements on options for innovatively solving a range of Business, Technology, Analysis and Analytics problems that arise in business contexts
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Apply critical thinking, reflection and judgment in the selection and application of the appropriate IS/IT related theories, frameworks and/or methods as part of the process to identify and propose solutions to organisational problems
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of the professional and ethical issues, dilemmas, and cultural sensitivities pertaining Business, Technology, Analysis and Analytics professional in a range of environments
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Communicate and articulate clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and innovative ideas appropriate for the problem context, the stakeholders, and the organisational environment
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Build on and continuously develop the intellectual independence to be critical and reflective learners, cognisant of new technologies and practices and their implications to business and social environments
- Bachelor of Business Analytics and Analysis: Work in a self-reliant, independent and responsible manner, show leadership and take initiative where appropriate, particularly in a collaborative and team environment
- Bachelor of CYB: Identify the need for cyber security and ICT solutions and elicit information from the relevant stakeholders about the requirements for the solution
- Bachelor of CYB: Assess and analyse the appropriateness of methodologies and technologies for the design and implementation of cyber security and ICT solutions
- Bachelor of CYB: Identify, investigate, and appraise cyber security situations by applying appropriate methodologies, practices, technologies, ethical and legal issues, utilising generic and specialised software tools used by cyber security professionals
- Bachelor of CYB: Communicate effectively using written and oral communication skills in a professional context, adapt personal interaction style to a given audience, work efficiently in a team, guide and direct other team members
- Bachelor of CYB: Plan and implement a cyber security strategy considering the requirements of the organisation and consult with stakeholders
- Bachelor of CYB: Apply knowledge of the technologies that make up secure infrastructure to exploit and defend against idealised and real-life cyber security threats
Career opportunities
The growing demand for IS professionals who can provide business analytics and business analysis expertise while showing an aptitude towards the organisational environment and the ability to communicate with the business users, means that graduates of this degree can enjoy career opportunities in the professional fields of business analysis, business analytics, solution architecture, project management, or other fields where business analytics and business analysis-requisite skills and knowledge are highly valued. The course also provides individuals with the requisite academic knowledge and skills to undertake further learning at higher levels such as Honours, Graduate Certificate, or Masters (by coursework) within the field of business analytics and business analysis and/or an area closely related to IS/IT. Pairing this with the Cyber Security degree, graduates of this course will have developed extensive skills associated to the cyber security of systems, networks, and programs. Via a combination of technical units and those with embedded industry-relevant projects, graduates will have demonstrated contemporary technical abilities, teamwork, oral and written communication skills. Examples of specific careers include cyber analysts, penetration testers, security consultants, and information security officers.
Fees
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Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
Applications for Semester 1 for courses listed on the VTAC Guide are generally made through VTAC. Under certain circumstances, some students (e.g. Non-Year 12) may apply directly to Swinburne. Find out more about how to apply.
Applications for all other intakes should be made directly to Swinburne.