Introduction to System Security

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
COMP 5059
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Course ID
203330
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Campus
Online
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Computer Science &InfoTech
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Course level
5
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the area of system security. It covers the basics of cryptography, authentication, and authorisation. It also covers the basics of software, system, and hardware security. Finally, it introduces a selection of some more advanced topics.

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Assessment

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security