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Start dates
March
July
Turn your IT skills into in-demand cybersecurity expertise
Cybersecurity and network specialists are essential across government, defence, banking and tech. Graduate ready to detect threats, protect data and keep systems running.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analysts are frontline defenders against digital threats, monitoring networks for breaches and responding to incidents. In Australia, they’re employed by government agencies, defence organisations, banks, healthcare providers and large corporations - all of which are under constant cyber threat.
Your work might include investigating suspicious activity, managing firewalls, testing vulnerabilities, and creating security policies. Flinders prepares you with practical labs in operating systems, digital forensics, enterprise security, and network defence - giving you the confidence to protect sensitive systems.
Network Engineer
Network Engineers design, build and maintain the digital highways that keep organisations connected. They configure routers, manage data flows, and troubleshoot connectivity issues to ensure secure, reliable operations. With businesses moving into the cloud and hybrid work models, demand for skilled network professionals is only increasing.
In this role, you might set up enterprise networks, support secure cloud migration, or optimise performance for thousands of users. Flinders equips you with hands-on training in routing, switching, cloud computing and cybersecurity - essential to thrive in modern IT teams.
Sources: yourcareer.gov.au, 2025 | Seek Australia, 2024
Penetration tester
Ethically hack systems to find weaknesses, assess potential risks and implement techniques, strategies and protocols to make all of our data safer.
Forensic Computer Analyst
Recover, analyse and present digital evidence for investigations into cybercrime, fraud, and breaches. You’ll work closely with law enforcement and corporate security teams.
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineers build and maintain cloud-based systems, helping organisations migrate data securely and cost-effectively. You’ll work with platforms like AWS and Azure, applying both networking and cybersecurity expertise.
Systems Administrator
Administrators keep servers, operating systems and networks running smoothly. You’ll monitor performance, manage updates, and support cybersecurity measures. This role is vital for organisations that depend on 24/7 IT operations.
What will you study to start your career in networks and cybersecurity?
This degree builds your IT expertise from the ground up. In first year you’ll learn programming, databases, networks and cybersecurity foundations, then move into advanced topics like algorithms, cloud computing, digital forensics and enterprise security. Along the way, you’ll develop practical, career-ready skills through labs, projects and a 12-week industry placement.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
Our Bachelor of Information Technology degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.
As an authorised Cisco Academy, Flinders parnership with Cisco allows you to undertake courses that contribute towards Cisco certification as a Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technican or Cisco Certified Networking Associate.
Learn from the experts.
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
Connect with industry.
Get career-ready, you will benefit from our strong connections to industry leaders that will provide you with real-world experience through our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
No. Programming is taught from scratch in first year. If you’ve never coded before, you’ll be supported as you learn.
Plenty - you’ll work in specialist computer labs with real networking hardware, firewalls, and forensic software. Your final year includes a 12-week industry placement.
Yes - ethically. You’ll study penetration testing and simulated cyberattacks so you can understand how hackers think, and how to defend against them.
Yes. While computer science focuses on theory and programming, this degree is tailored to cybersecurity, networking, and digital forensics - areas employers urgently need.
Absolutely. Many graduates move into roles with defence contractors, government agencies, and law enforcement, alongside opportunities in banks, healthcare, and the private sector.
You’ll use logical thinking and problem-solving more than advanced maths. The degree includes algorithm and data structure topics, but support is there if you need it.
It’s the process of collecting and analysing digital evidence after a cyber incident. You’ll learn how to investigate data breaches, fraud, and cybercrime.
Yes. In your third year you’ll complete a 12-week industry-based practicum, applying your skills on real projects with industry partners.
Yes. Through electives and your practicum, you can focus on areas like cloud security, advanced enterprise systems, or forensic analysis.
Definitely. Cybersecurity and networking are global fields — your skills will be transferable to jobs in Australia and around the world.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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