(3007140) Bachelor of Information Technology (Cybersecurity specialisation)
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IT is your passion, our Bachelor of Information Technology immerses you in a field that is driving our world forward.
BIT with Cybersecurity specialisation offers students the skills and knowledge to protect data and infrastructure in today’s increasingly digital world. Covering key areas including governance, risk and compliance, infrastructure security, network security, systems security, software security, and application security, this specialisation provides a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and strategic aspects of cybersecurity. Graduates are prepared to tackle the challenges of safeguarding information and infrastructure in various industries, positioning themselves for success in roles like cybersecurity analyst, network security engineer and IT security consultant.
If you’re passionate about protecting digital systems, securing networks, and defending against cyber threats, this program equips you with the technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills to thrive in the cybersecurity field. With a strong focus on real-world applications, the degree combines hands-on experience in security technologies with a strategic understanding of risk and compliance. You can also gain valuable industry experience through the Industry Practice unit.
This course has full professional accreditation by the Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Information Technology Degree Admission Requirements
Completion of Year 12 (best of 5, pass in English and Mathematics) and PNG GPA of 2.8, OR completion of senior secondary Year 10 plus any additional studies (such as completed Diploma).
Scores for each Grades are:
A = 5 B = 4 C = 3 D = 2 E = 1
Score for Language and Literature is multiplied by 1.5
Score for Advanced Mathematics (Mathematics A) is multiplied by 2
Results for the Personal Development subject cannot be included in the calculation.
Benefits of studying the Southern Cross University Degree at IBSUniversity:
The Bachelor of Information Technology with a major in Artificial Intelligence explores the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of AI, including ethical considerations, societal impacts, and the future direction of intelligent systems. This major prepares students for careers such as AI developers, machine learning engineers, data scientists, software engineers, systems analysts, database administrators, project managers, and technical support personnel.
Registration & duration:
Registration for new students is open at the beginning of the year, with intakes in February for Term 1 and Term 2, and in May for Term 3 and Term 4. Term 5, offered in October and concluded in the first week of December, is available only to continuing students. Full-time students can enrol in two units per term, allowing them to complete the course within three years. Each term is seven weeks long, including examination weeks, with four class sessions per unit each week.
Course fee:
- Year 1 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Year 2 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Year 3 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Course and registration fees must be paid on or before the commencement date.
Important to note:
Students can study a minimum of 1 unit and or a maximum of 2 units per term. Students can complete their studies within three years if they study 2 units per term.
Year 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP1003 | Foundations of Programming | Term 1 |
| COMP1004 | Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, & Compliance | Term 1 |
| COMP1001 | Data Communications and Networks | Term 2 |
| COMP1006 | Foundations of Computing | Term 2 |
| COMP1007 | IT Professional Skills and Ethics | Term 3 |
| COMP1008 | Database Systems | Term 3 |
| INDG1002 | Indigenous Knowledge | Term 4 |
| COMP1005 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | Term 4 |
Year 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP2007 | Systems and Application Security | Term 1 |
| ERTH2004 | Career Dev’t. & Professional Practice | Term 1 |
| COMP2009 | Fundamentals of AI & Machine Learning | Term 2 |
| COMM1005* | A Culture of Dialogue | Term 2 |
| COMP2010 | Software Engineering Practices | Term 3 |
| EDUC1001* | Language and Learning in Your Discipline | Term 3 |
| COMP2011 | IT Project Management and Governance | Term 4 |
| MDIA1003* | Digital Media Practices | Term 4 |
Year 3
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP3001 | Blockchain Technology | Term 1 |
| COMP3003 | Information Technology Industry Practice | Term 1 |
| COMP3004 | Developing AI Applications | Term 2 |
| Term 2 | ||
| COMP3005 | Digital Forensics | Term 3 |
| COMP3007 | Information Technology Capstone Project | Term 3 |
| COMP3008 | Network and Infrastructure Security | Term 4 |
| Term 4 |
| Course Fee (3 Years) | PGK 79,800.00 |
| Unit Fee | PGK 3,300.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 1) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 2) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 3) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
- Level
- Duration
- Subject
- Language
- Bachelor
- 3 Years
- Cybersecurity
- English
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Information Technology Degree Admission Requirements
Completion of Year 12 (best of 5, pass in English and Mathematics) and PNG GPA of 2.8, OR completion of senior secondary Year 10 plus any additional studies (such as completed Diploma).
Scores for each Grades are:
A = 5 B = 4 C = 3 D = 2 E = 1
Score for Language and Literature is multiplied by 1.5
Score for Advanced Mathematics (Mathematics A) is multiplied by 2
Results for the Personal Development subject cannot be included in the calculation.
Benefits of studying the Southern Cross University Degree at IBSUniversity:
The Bachelor of Information Technology with a major in Artificial Intelligence explores the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of AI, including ethical considerations, societal impacts, and the future direction of intelligent systems. This major prepares students for careers such as AI developers, machine learning engineers, data scientists, software engineers, systems analysts, database administrators, project managers, and technical support personnel.
Registration & duration:
Registration for new students is open at the beginning of the year, with intakes in February for Term 1 and Term 2, and in May for Term 3 and Term 4. Term 5, offered in October and concluded in the first week of December, is available only to continuing students. Full-time students can enrol in two units per term, allowing them to complete the course within three years. Each term is seven weeks long, including examination weeks, with four class sessions per unit each week.
Course fee:
- Year 1 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Year 2 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Year 3 – 8 units at K3,300 per unit plus K200 Registration Fee – Total K26,600.00
- Course and registration fees must be paid on or before the commencement date.
Important to note:
Students can study a minimum of 1 unit and or a maximum of 2 units per term. Students can complete their studies within three years if they study 2 units per term.
Year 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP1003 | Foundations of Programming | Term 1 |
| COMP1004 | Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, & Compliance | Term 1 |
| COMP1001 | Data Communications and Networks | Term 2 |
| COMP1006 | Foundations of Computing | Term 2 |
| COMP1007 | IT Professional Skills and Ethics | Term 3 |
| COMP1008 | Database Systems | Term 3 |
| INDG1002 | Indigenous Knowledge | Term 4 |
| COMP1005 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | Term 4 |
Year 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP2007 | Systems and Application Security | Term 1 |
| ERTH2004 | Career Dev’t. & Professional Practice | Term 1 |
| COMP2009 | Fundamentals of AI & Machine Learning | Term 2 |
| COMM1005* | A Culture of Dialogue | Term 2 |
| COMP2010 | Software Engineering Practices | Term 3 |
| EDUC1001* | Language and Learning in Your Discipline | Term 3 |
| COMP2011 | IT Project Management and Governance | Term 4 |
| MDIA1003* | Digital Media Practices | Term 4 |
Year 3
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Term |
|---|---|---|
| COMP3001 | Blockchain Technology | Term 1 |
| COMP3003 | Information Technology Industry Practice | Term 1 |
| COMP3004 | Developing AI Applications | Term 2 |
| Term 2 | ||
| COMP3005 | Digital Forensics | Term 3 |
| COMP3007 | Information Technology Capstone Project | Term 3 |
| COMP3008 | Network and Infrastructure Security | Term 4 |
| Term 4 |
| Course Fee (3 Years) | PGK 79,800.00 |
| Unit Fee | PGK 3,300.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 1) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 2) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Annual Fee (Year 3) | PGK 26,600.00 |
| Annual Fee Breakdown | |
| Registration Fee | PGK 200.00 |
| Term 1 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 2 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 3 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
| Term 4 – Course Fee | PGK 6,600.00 |
- Level - Bachelor
- Duration - 3 Years
- Subject - Cybersecurity
- Language - English
Contact Information
Admissions Officer, Student Services (IBSUniversity)
Phone: +675 7411 4100 (Ext: 115)
Email: scu.degree@ibsu.ac.pg
Website: www.ibsu.ac.pg
