Understand, prevent and respond to cybersecurity threats and challenges

As our world becomes more and more digital, the race between security professionals and cyber criminals is picking up speed. From protecting sensitive personal data to piecing together evidence of digital crimes, Cybersecurity professionals play a critical role in our world.

At UTS, you’ll get invaluable hands-on experience in networks, systems and devices, threat intelligence, incident response, cloud security and more. Together, this will see you graduate fully armed for a rewarding, technological future in this exciting and evolving field.

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    Internationally ranked

    #2 in Australia

    UTS is ranked 2nd in Australia and 21st worldwide for Computer Science and Engineering.

    Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024

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    Career outlook

    85,000 new roles

    As the sector booms, it’s predicted Australia will need 85,000 more cybersecurity professionals by 2030. 

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    Student experience

    5 stars

    Our Computing and Information Technology courses have been rated five stars for learner engagement and graduate salary. 

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Study options

Why study Cybersecurity and Networking?

Protect and defend systems, networks and programs

Engage in hands-on learning using technologies to secure and manage networks, systems and devices. Study a broad range of current and emerging areas of cybersecurity, including threat intelligence, incident response, system security, cloud security, and risk management, with courses available for undergraduates and postgraduates. 

Join a rapidly growing industry

AustCyber has predicted that Australia will require 4,813 new Cybersecurity analysts and professionals every year to meet demand for 2030. With the strong and growing industry demand for professionals with the technical capabilities and broad awareness to take on the opportunities of cybersecurity, UTS will prepare you to launch an exciting, future-proof career at the cutting edge of tech.

Get inspired

Explore what's possible by studying an Information Technology degree at UTS, featuring our faculty students and our world-class labs and facilities in the heart of Sydney's Tech Central. 

Study Information Technology at UTS

Code your future in IT

UTS is ranked 2nd in Australia for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Code your future in IT transcript

The future wont wait, it's there to be made. Tomorrow's solutions need your contribution. Learn from the best, put ideas to the test. Find your equals, find your people.

When you can, try to get some rest. From data's depths, to systems grand, here's where your knowledge delivers and stands.

Businesses analysed, information that flows. This is how skills get a chance to grow. Data that captivate and takes hold, multimedia stories to be told.

A place for AI wranglers and system untanglers to craft software and keep networks secure. The future ahead will be all yours.

And if your calling is to shape more than the majority, then welcome to UTS's Information Technology.

Connect with industry

Graduates of the Bachelor of Cybersecurity and Master of Cybersecurity are eligible to apply for Cybersecurity professional-level membership with the Australian Computer Society.

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