Introduction to System Security

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
COMP 5059
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Course ID
203330
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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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.

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

Assignment

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