Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
The ICMS Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security) is an innovative undergraduate degree meeting the industry’s growing demand for guardians of the digital realm.
The accelerating digitisation of business is reshaping every sector of the economy. With globalisation, automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) on the rise, organisations worldwide are bracing for a surge in opportunities alongside inevitable threats. A nimble, adept workforce is needed to confront these emerging challenges.
These rapid transformations present an abundance of new challenges and opportunities for graduates skilled in cybercrime prevention and digital security, highly sought-after capabilities both in Australia and globally.
Organisations are seeking graduates who can safeguard digital infrastructures by analysing cyber threats, implementing security measures, conducting forensic investigations, and fortifying systems against potential breaches, ensuring the resilience and integrity of information networks.
There has never been a better time to begin a career in the exciting and dynamic field of Cyber Security.
Campus Information
Northern Beaches
Fondly known as “the castle on the hill” (where the Hollywood blockbuster The Great Gatsby was filmed and where Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were married), the ICMS castle is a Sydney landmark dating back to the 19th Century.
City Campus
As well as being regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Sydney is also one of the most exciting places to study and work. The ICMS City Campus is located in the beautiful Manning Building, right in the heart of Sydney’s business district.
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Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security) qualification, students will have an opportunity to pursue a wide range of career options.
The demand for qualified Cyber Security professionals is reflected in the various skilled migration occupations and pathways that are currently available in Australia.
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security) could open up a range of career opportunities for graduates within the systems, networks and database sectors that are currently identified as ‘strategic skills’ by the Australian Government.
Cyber Security Analyst
Penetration Tester
Incident Responder
Cyber Threat Analyst
Networking and Security Officer
Forensic Computer Analyst
Cyber Security and Vulnerability Assessor
Malware Analyst
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Successful completion of All India Senior School Certificate or Indian School Certificate with an overall grade point average of at least 60% in best 4 subjects excluding local language; or successful completion of Senior Secondary Certificate(State Boards) with an average score of at least 70% in best 4 subjects excluding local language
IELTS (Academic version) 6.0
TOEFL (iBT) 60*
Pearson 50
Duolingo** 100
Aspire Institute Placement Test APT-B1
- Course Code: 115069A
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
102480 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A