Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Cyber Security

About the course

This double degree combines criminology with cyber security to address crime in a digital world. You will study drivers of criminal behaviour alongside technical skills in securing data and communications, investigating cybercrime, and developing security solutions. Learning includes access to specialised cyber security labs, industry-informed content and capstone projects that tackle real problems. This is an undergraduate Bachelor programme focused on criminology and cyber security.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles spanning cyber security and justice-related sectors, supporting prevention, investigation and response to cybercrime. Skills align with work in security operations, digital forensics support, threat and vulnerability analysis, penetration testing assistance, and security risk management, as well as policy and compliance contexts where cybercrime knowledge is valued. This is an undergraduate Bachelor pathway into criminology and cyber security careers.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)