Major overview
Build a career in cybersecurity with a major in cyberspace, policy and security
3 reasons to study cyberspace, policy and security at Murdoch University
- Learn from experts in cybersecurity, policy and global security with experience across government, industry and research.
- Explore work-integrated learning opportunities to work alongside industry partners and gain practical experience.
- Graduate with skills in a high-demand field with many employment opportunities across cybersecurity, intelligence and policy.
What you’ll learn
- Explore the foundations of cybersecurity, including key concepts, systems and global challenges.
- Analyse how cybercrime, terrorism and state actors exploit digital technologies.
- Understand the role of policy, governance and law enforcement in cybersecurity.
- Apply technical skills, investigative strategies and theoretical approaches to real-world problems.
- Examine competing strategies and frameworks used to address cybersecurity challenges.
- Develop project management, research and communication skills, including ethical inquiry and collaboration.
Having completed three semesters and my honours research in Indonesia, I was able to get a much better idea of development on the ground. I found that when I graduated, I had a more realistic idea of what to expect in the workplace.
Karis Erceg, Bachelor of Arts
Your future career in cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity consultant
- Information security officer
- Systems analyst
- Cyberspace policy analyst
- Policy adviser
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Major Structure
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To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.
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