Overview

The technology major in cyber security focuses on the practical and technical defense of digital infrastructure, software systems, and data networks. Pursuing this major at Adelaide University equips students with hands-on capabilities in threat detection, network administration, and cryptographic analysis. Developing these core technical skills is essential for building resilient digital environments and counteracting increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.  
 

What You'll Learn

• Principles of computer networking architectures, network security, and infrastructure administration  
  
  Fundamentals of cryptography, encryption protocols, and biological or digital security mechanics

• Techniques in offensive security, ethical hacking, and vulnerability identification  

• Application of security tools, incident response strategies, and attack analysis  

• Security management in cloud platforms, structured data environments, and emerging technologies  
    

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this major, students will be able to design, configure, and protect complex computer networks against unauthorized access and cyber attacks. Graduates will possess the technical expertise to analyze system vulnerabilities, conduct penetration tests, and implement cryptographic defenses to safeguard organizational data integrity.