Bachelor of Cyber Security (Sydney)

About the course

The Bachelor of Cyber Security (Sydney) builds strong foundations in secure computing, networks and systems, with a focus on protecting organisations from modern digital threats. You’ll study key cyber security concepts and practices alongside broader engineering and technology fundamentals, preparing you to analyse risks and design resilient solutions. This is an undergraduate bachelor programme in cyber security within IT & Computer Science. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting the protection of systems, data and infrastructure across government, finance, technology and critical industries. Typical paths include cyber security analyst, security operations (SOC) analyst, incident response, penetration testing support, risk and compliance, and cyber consulting. This is an undergraduate bachelor qualification preparing entry-level careers in cyber security and computing. Preparing graduates for software development, IT support, data analysis, and technology consultancy entry roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)