Bachelor of Cyber Security

About the course

The Bachelor of Cyber Security at UNSW Canberra builds a strong foundation in cyber security concepts, tools and practices to help protect systems, networks and data. You’ll study core computing and security topics and develop practical skills to identify vulnerabilities, manage risk and respond to incidents. This is an undergraduate cyber security degree designed for study at UNSW Canberra. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles supporting cyber security operations across government, defence, consulting and private industry. Career paths may include security analyst, cyber risk or compliance officer, incident response support, vulnerability assessment assistant, and security operations centre (SOC) roles. This Bachelor-level qualification prepares you for professional work in the cyber security and computing sector. Preparing graduates for software development, IT support, data analysis, and technology consultancy entry roles.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)