Networks and Cybersecurity Major - Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science
A course by
AUT
Study networks and cybersecurity in the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences at AUT and prepare for a wide range of careers in this fast-growing area. Learn to design, implement and manage secure networks while gaining practical skills and experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Understand and apply networking fundamentals
Gain a solid grounding in the basics and infrastructure of computer networking, including principles of data communications and network device configuration.
Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions
Learn to identify evolving security threats, analyse vulnerabilities, and devise responsive cybersecurity strategies for varied information systems.
Advanced network and system administration
Acquire practical competencies for administering, configuring, and securing information systems and networks at both system and enterprise levels.
What You're Signing Up For
The Networks and Cybersecurity major equips students with foundational and advanced knowledge of networking principles, cybersecurity, information network administration, and information security management. Over three years, students progress from core programming and networking concepts to advanced courses covering secure systems, network administration, security management, and work-integrated learning through industry projects. Graduates are prepared for key roles in IT security, network analysis, and administration.
Course Content
- Programming Concepts and Techniques
- Computing Technology in Society
- IT Project Management
- Database System Design
- Mathematics for Computing
- Networks and Internet
- Operating Systems
- Information Security Technologies
- Network and System Administration
- Computer Network Applications
- Network Security
- Advanced Network Technologies or Enterprise Networks
- Highly Secure Systems or Information Security Management
- Work-integrated industry project
What you need to know first
University Entrance (UE) or equivalent secondary school achievement
Recommended: Calculus, Digital Technologies, Mathematics, Statistics
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Technology
Information Technology
Cybersecurity
Computer Networking
Future employment opportunities might be
IT security analyst
Network analyst
Network designer
Systems and network administrator