Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic) - Cybersecurity

Electrical and electronic engineers do so much more than keep the lights on From smart devices to medical imagery and defence technologies, electrical and electronic engineering contributes to every aspect of modern life. The University of Adelaide's Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree is ranked number 25 globally. We set you up for a range of global career options in a field that’s leading technological change.

Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic) is practical right from the first year. Working with our internationally renowned staff who are active in cutting-edge discoveries, you will:


study in state-of-the-art facilities, including a 3D prototyping lab, autonomous vehicles lab, electric machines lab, quantum engineering and semiconductor laboratories, and augmentedvirtual reality laboratories.
learn and master new frontiers in biomedical engineering, robotics, mechatronics, quantum engineering, semiconductors, and applied electromagnetics
push the frontiers of knowledge in artificial intelligence, control, autonomous systems, integrated circuits for biomedical and space, and quantum electronics
work on practical and relevant projects with industry partners, and build confidence for tech entrepreneurship
specialise in your chosen electrical and electronic engineering major after the first two years
complete an eight-week practical experience

Cybersecurity is a high-growth industry. As more devices and systems are connecting to the Internet—creating the Internet of Things—employers are increasingly seeking graduates who can develop secure and robust systems.

In this major, you’ll learn about cybersecurity management concepts—including security operations, risk management, security engineering and security architecture—and develop advanced skills in the technologies, processes and practices that protect networks, data and software systems from attack and unauthorised access. You’ll also have the option to undertake international study tours, such as a cybersecurity tour of Estonia.

With organisations all over the world actively seeking cybersecurity experts with advanced technical skills, you’ll be well placed to pursue a highly-rewarding career in a variety of industries, including: IT and telecommunications, banking and financial services, government, intelligence, defence and law enforcement.

Duration
4 years full-time

Start Dates
February and July

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearson Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 C1 Advanced Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169 International Baccalaureate IB Diploma 29.