Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security) (University of Wollongong)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
Modules delivered by local academics: S$1,134.00 per module, Modules delivered by UOW academics: S$2,106.00 per module, Final Year Project (FYP): S$4,212.00 per module
Fees (Foreign Students)
Modules delivered by local academics: S$1,269.00 per module, Modules delivered by UOW academics: S$2,106.00 per module, Final Year Project (FYP): S$4,212 per module
Other Fees
Application and Student Development Fee: S$351.00 (local) / Application, Student Development, and Induction Fee: S$1,171.80 (International)
Duration
3 years
Intake Months
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Programme Grant
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Class Schedule
Information not provided by school.
Assessment Method
Assignments, Class tests, Laboratory exercises, Practical laboratory tests, Presentations Projects, and Tutorial exercises

Description

Awarded & Developed by: University of Wollongong, Australia

Cyber security is about enhancing the security of computers and networks to ensure that the data stored and transmitted through them is protected from unauthorised access.

As we conduct more of our social, consumer and business activities online, there is a corresponding increase in the demand for ICT professionals to manage our digital environment and economy.

In this major, you will learn to use current and emerging technologies related to cyber security, such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, multimedia security, Internet of Things (IoT) security and obfuscation.

One of the primary goals is to harness these techniques to attain secure computing environments.

  • Students in the UOW programme at SIM are eligible to transfer to the Wollongong campus but subject to separate application and enrolment process.
  • Top graduands from the programme are eligible to receive awards from Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA).
  • Accreditations by Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Entry Requirements

The following qualifications are accepted:

  • 3 GCE ‘A’ level / 3 H2 passes plus 1 H1 pass with a minimum aggregate of 9 points where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (for H1 apply half the value)*
  • Diploma: 3-year diploma from local polytechnic or its equivalent.
  • Applicants may be admitted to different credit exemptions based on their academic results.
  • Exemptions are normally granted automatically to students with relevant background. Block exemptions may be granted to students with relevant diplomas from the local polytechnics and universities.
  • All modules previously studied will be evaluated and compared with the requirements of the student’s programme of study and a block exemption granted where appropriate.
  • To obtain maximum credit exemption, applicants must have GPA of 2.0 or more (out of 4.0). Applicants with GPA below 2.0 will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

*Minimum Aggregate scores in the qualifications mentioned are required for entry and will be assessed by UOW.

Equivalent International Qualifications

Visit course webpage to view information on international qualifications

English Language Requirements

Applicants with international qualification must meet the University’s English requirement: 

  • IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; or 
  • TOEFL (iBT) overall score of 86 with a minimum score of 18 in Reading & Writing and 17 for Speaking & Listening; or 
  • Pearson (PTE) Academic overall score of 62  with at minimum score of 54 in Reading & Writing and 47 in Listening & Speaking 

Note: IELTS Indicator, TOEFL (iBT) at home test and Pearson (PTE) Academic Online not accepted.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can apply to enrol in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) programme at Wollongong campus.

Cyber security has been identified as a major strategic priority to meet the demands of law enforcement, national and state governments, defence, security and finance industries. Potential career includes:

  • Penetration Tester
  • Security Analyst
  • Chief Security Officer
  • Security Administrator

Modules

Structure

  • This programme is taught in Singapore by local academics and/or practitioners as well as UOW academics. 
  • Average teacher-student ratio 1:55
  • The course is intensive and demanding but rewarding and achievable. 
  • Classes include face-to-face lectures, tutorials and lab sessions.
  • Classes are typically in 3-hour blocks: 8:30 – 11:30am, 12noon – 3pm, or 3:30 – 6:30pm and may be held on Saturday mornings and/or afternoons (subject to timetable).
  • Classes delivered by UOW academics are conducted in an intensive mode – a continuous block of seven days for each module. 
  • Students typically study two modules per term. Each year comprises of 4 terms.
  • Minimum class size to commence: 24 students
  • In the event that the minimum number is not met, the intake may not commence. The student shall be informed within one month before programme commencement.

Assessment & Attendance

  • Students are normally assessed by continuous assessment in the following form:
    • Assignments
    • Class tests
    • Laboratory exercises
    • Practical laboratory tests
    • Presentations
    • Projects
    • Tutorial exercises
  • Some assignments and presentations will be group-based. Assessment may have minimum achievement requirement necessary to pass the module.
  • Most modules have a final examination at the end of term.
  • Students are to pass all modules within the current year of study before proceeding to the next year of study.
  • For modules with pre-requisites, students may be required to meet the pre-requisites before undertaking the modules.
  • Attendance requirement
    • Local students: 80%
    • International students: 90%

Modules

Core Modules

  • Networks and Communications
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Problem Solving
  • System Analysis
  • Data Management & Security
  • Object Oriented Design & Programming
  • Introduction to Web Technology
  • IT Project Management
  • Software Development Methodologies*
  • Mathematics for Computer Science
  • Algorithms & Data Structures
  • Advanced Programming
  • Database Systems
  • Contemporary Topics in Security*
  • Cybersecurity*
  • Ethical Hacking*
  • System Security*

* Modules are taught by UOW Academics, supported by local tutors.

Elective Modules

  • Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing*
  • Big Data Mining Techniques and Implementation*
  • Systems Administration*
  • Web Server Programming*
  • Big Data Management*
  • Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery*
  • Database Performance Tuning*
  • Interactive Computer Graphics*
  • Game Engine Essentials*
  • 3D Modelling and Animation*
  • Cryptography and Secure Applications*
  • Network Security*
  • Multicore and GPU programming*
  • Business Process Management*
  • Principles of eBusiness
  • Management Information Systems*
  • Knowledge & Information Engineering
  • Fundamental Programming with Python
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Strategic Systems Management
  • Frontend Web Programming
  • Introduction to Management
  • Industry and Trade in Asia
  • Accounting Fundamentals in Society
  • Business Communications
  • Marketing Principles
  • Accounting in Organisations
  • Managing Human Resources
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Organisational Analysis
  • Management of Change
  • Statistics for Business
  • Economic Essentials for Business
  • Mobile Multimedia*
  • Strategic eBusiness Solutions

* Modules are taught by UOW Academics, supported by local tutors.

The modules are subject to changes by the university and subject to availability. Not all modules will be offered every term.  

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