Cybersecurity

Information Technology (IT) is central to the running of modern businesses, branches of government, transport, environmental management and more. So it’s no surprise that Jobs and Skills Australia projects a 22% increase in demand for IT professionals in Australia over the ten years to 2033. UNE’s Bachelor of Information Technology will ensure you are future-fit to take advantage of this demand, ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities of today’s ever-changing digital workplaces.

Whether you aim to build your career in small, medium or large enterprises, or launch a business of your own, you must learn to identify opportunities, rise to challenges and adapt to change. The UNE Bachelor of Business is uniquely positioned to help you start or pivot your business career.

Our hands-on teaching and mentoring program will develop and hone your financial, critical analysis, decision-making and communication skills. You will learn to identify opportunities, evaluate the options, make informed decisions and measure outcomes. These skillsets are in high demand in dynamic work environments across a variety of sectors.

Computers and technology are entrenched in our rapidly changing society, so knowledge and skills in these areas are highly sought after by employers. Our Bachelor of Computer Science will give you the strong programming, technical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills that are in demand in a wide range of industries and careers.

Whether you’re pivoting in your career, enhancing your skills, or just starting out, our Bachelor of Computer Science will help you adapt and thrive in any modern workplace.

In the face of rapid technological change and global disruption, knowledge and skills in law and computer science open the door to a wide range of career opportunities. By studying the UNE Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws, you will develop advanced competencies in computer science and information technology, and understand how to write for, research, argue and apply the law — a valuable skillset to future proof your career.

Do you dream of a career where you’re helping to address the big issues facing humanity? Or perhaps you crave the excitement of being at the forefront of scientific discovery? Maybe you wish to instil your passion for the environment into future generations? Our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science is uniquely positioned to help you reach your goals, with wide-spanning knowledge and a diverse set of skills to be adaptable in a rapidly changing world. This combined degree will help lay the foundation for you to acquire the ability to innovate and problem-solve — attributes that are in demand more than ever by employers in Australia and internationally.

Information technology professionals are responsible for designing the software that permeates every area of modern living, from the smallest personal device to automating entire industries, as well as creating systems that handle and analyse incredible amounts of data.

If you are new to the IT field, our Diploma in Information Technology will give you a solid grounding in the essential principles of computer science, as well as the flexibility to add to your mathematical or data science skills, depending on your background and career aspirations. If you are more experienced in the field, it will give you the opportunity to extend your skills in areas that are relevant to your current and future career plans.

Information technology and computing increasingly defines how we operate in a rapidly changing world, and demand for IT professionals is at an all-time high and predicted to increase. Our Diploma in IT will help you secure your future and broaden your career options.

Contribute to world class research by completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours at UNE. Position yourself with advanced scientific knowledge in an era of rapid change. Our honours course goes beyond the normal practical and field training and provides you with a wide range of cross-disciplinary applied research opportunities to foster your development as a skill research professional.

We offer a range of majors spanning the pure and applied sciences, working with UNE's internationally recognised research disciplines. Our flexible, innovative learning environment equips you with advanced discipline knowledge and skills in critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Study our Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours and acquire a skillset that is in high demand in many workplaces: problem-solving and analytical skills, teamwork, can-do technical skills, and a capacity for both attention to detail and the ability to see the big picture.

Our honours program combines coursework with the opportunity to undertake an original research project leading to a thesis. During your studies you will learn to take creative approaches and find alternative solutions to problems, while demonstrating advanced information skills and research methods.

If you aspire to a career at the forefront of technological innovation and research, our Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours will equip you with transferable skills that are highly valued in today's globalised job market.

UNE’s Master of Cybersecurity will expand your expertise in the complex and evolving field of data, asset and network protection. Gain the skills to adapt and innovate and play a leading role in protecting the critical infrastructure of businesses, governments and community organisations.

Solve complex cyber challenges, protect data and networks, and future proof yourself in one of the most rapidly changing employment sectors worldwide. With UNE, you can play a vital role in helping create a safe and secure digital future.

Secure your future in the burgeoning and dynamic field of cybersecurity with UNE’s Master of Cybersecurity and Computing. If you’re interested in data, asset and network protection, solving complex data challenges and playing a role in protecting critical infrastructure in public and private sector organisations, this degree will ensure you are job ready.

If you have an undergraduate degree but no IT or computer science background, our Master of Cybersecurity and Computing is perfect for developing the key knowledge and skills to enter an exciting career in one of the fastest growing sectors worldwide.

Future fit your career and play a vital role in helping create a safe and secure digital future.

Cybercrime has been increasing over the past 10 years and can cost businesses billions of dollars each year. Step up and take your place in this fascinating and crucial area of work and lead the charge into a highly skilled, high demand job in cybersecurity and data protection. Gain immediately applicable knowledge and skills and future fit your career with UNE's Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity.

Cyber attacks and data breaches have been growing in frequency over recent years, with attackers using more and more sophisticated techniques. With the rise of cloud computing and remote work, organisations need increasing amounts of data which requires robust security and privacy measures. Now is the time to build or strengthen your future in the in-demand field of cybersecurity with the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity with UNE.

With data breaches and cyber attacks occurring more and more often, companies are investing heavily in cybersecurity measures. The rise of cloud computing and remote work, paired with the sophistication and increased frequency of cyber attacks, has led to a growing recognition for the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals. If you’re interested in working in cybersecurity but have no IT or computer science background, the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing will put you on the right track to take advantage of the rapid growth in this field.

Information and computing technology affect all aspects of modern life. Its applications include not only commerce and science, but also health, education, engineering, transport, government, entertainment, sport, and social networking.

Computer science and information technology have become so complex that only well-educated professionals have the skills and capabilities to develop and apply information and communications technology (ICT) systems in modern organisations. Worldwide, there is a well-documented shortage of ICT professionals.

In this essential field, changes occur rapidly, and professionals must continually refresh their skills and knowledge. UNE's Master of Computer Science provides you with a comprehensive postgraduate education in the latest ICT principles and practice, along with enhanced knowledge and skills in research.

Do you want a career at the absolute forefront of technology? Are you interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI), its capabilities and applications? UNE’s Master of Artificial Intelligence is the ideal postgraduate qualification for you.

AI is the theory and development of computer systems to imitate intelligent human behaviour that adapts through experience. It is being used in an ever-increasing number of industries and is changing the ways we work, communicate, shop, get around and take care of ourselves and the environment. Whether you are looking for a career change, or to upskill or specialise following your undergraduate degree, AI is the discipline of the 21st century. Future-fit yourself for a career in the industry that will drive all other industries in our rapidly changing world.

Take the next step in your career – or start a new one – with UNE's Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management. This advanced postgraduate program equips professionals of all levels with the strategic expertise, leadership skills and practical knowledge needed to excel in managing risks and crises in a dynamic global landscape.

Built by industry for industry, this program was developed in consultation with Risk-e Business Consultants, a leader in risk and emergency management advisory. Whether you're building on existing experience in strategic leadership, risk, public safety, intelligence or emergency services, or ready to break into this rewarding field, this program provides a pathway to success. With flexible online delivery, an applied learning focus and tailored specialisations, you'll gain the confidence to lead in diverse sectors while balancing your studies with personal and professional commitments.

Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.

You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.

Expand your leadership capabilities and deepen your expertise in managing complex risk and crises with UNE's Graduate Diploma in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management. This postgraduate course equips you with the comprehensive skills needed for strategic leadership in risk and emergency management across diverse sectors, including risk management, public safety, intelligence and emergency services.

Developed in partnership with Risk-e Business Consultants, a leading advisory firm in risk and emergency management, this course reflects real-world industry demands. With flexible online delivery, this program fits seamlessly into your schedule, guiding you towards leadership excellence and providing a clear pathway to our upcoming Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.

Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.

Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.

In today’s fast-evolving risk landscape, strategic leadership in crisis and emergency management is essential. Designed for mid-to-senior professionals, the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management equips you with critical, analytical, and leadership skills to navigate complex challenges in risk management, public safety, intelligence, emergency services, and beyond. This postgraduate qualification offers a flexible and industry-focused curriculum shaped by leading experts, including consultants from Risk-e Business Consultants.

With expert-led instruction and real-world applications, this course will see you drive strategic outcomes, strengthen organisational resilience, and advance in roles across diverse sectors. Gain valuable skills now, with the option to build on them later through the Graduate Diploma or our upcoming Master of Strategic Leadership in Risk and Emergency Management.

Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.

Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline — for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.

A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.

When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.

High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.

You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.

The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.

Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.

If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.

Our Postgraduate International Qualifying Program is designed to provide you with the skills you need to succeed in postgraduate-level studies at UNE. If you don't already meet the requirements for admission to select Masters degrees at UNE, this non-award program provides you with a pathway to become eligible. From business administration and management to information technology, cybersecurity, environmental science and management, or agriculture, the Postgraduate International Qualifying Program will set you on the path to your dream UNE Masters degree.