Double Major : Bachelor of Computer Science (Digital Systems Security and Cyber Security) / (Digital Systems Security and Big Data) / (Big Data and Cyber Security) (University of Wollongong)

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 6.0 with no band less than 6.0; or
• TOEFL (iBT) overall score of 70 with a minimum score of 18 in Reading & Writing and 17 in Speaking & Listening; or
• Pearson (PTE) Academic overall score of 54 with minimum score of 54 in Reading & Writing and 47 in Speaking & Listening or equivalent.

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

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

The Double Major degree programme aims to equip graduates to meet the evolving demands of the employment market with a good mix of digital, cyber security and in the field of data analytics and trends. Potential career includes:

• e-Security Manager, providing secured access to enterprise information over the Web from both inside and outside corporate networks for e-commerce enterprises
• Cryptographer, developing strong encryption products for Internet communication in business, financial institutions, government, and other major organisations
• Database Security Administrator, ensuring identification and authentication for a wide range of corporations
• Software Architect
• Entrepreneur for e-Security businesses
• IT Auditor
• Chief Security Officer
• Designer and developer of secured hardware systems for financial services, defence, government and media
• Penetration Tester
• Security Analyst
• Chief Security Officer
• Security Administrator

Structure

• This programme is taught in Singapore by local academics and/or practitioners as well as UOW academics.
• Average teacher-student ratio is 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* (only for Cyber Security major)
• Cybersecurity* (only for Cyber Security major)
• Ethical Hacking* (only for Cyber Security major)
• System Security* (only for Cyber Security major)

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

Elective Modules

• 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
• Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing

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

** Modules are currently not offered and replaced with an equivalent.

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

Notes:

The actual subject list depends on which combination of majors a student enrols in.

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