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Technology Course Guide 2023
Technology Course Guide 2023
Technology Course Guide 2023
UNIVERSITY
AUSTRALIA
Digital
Technology
course guide
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Game Design and Development
Cybersecurity
Contents Welcome to Torrens
Who are we?
University Australia
Welcome to Torrens University Australia 1 Torrens University Australia brings an innovative, disruptive and
Why choose us? global approach to higher education, providing graduates with
Meet our leaders 2 industry-oriented skills that are highly sought after by employers.
Our campuses 4
Welcome to a modern and agile university
Courses Torrens University Australia offers a wide range of Technology courses designed to set you up
for success. Combining theoretical and practical learning, our courses build knowledge and skills that
Undergraduate6
can be applied to various fields. Together with Work-Integrated Learning opportunities, our focus on
Diploma of Software Engineering 8 employability means you’ll graduate ready to excel in this growing industry.
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Meet our leaders
Darryn Melrose Scott Thompson-Whiteside Robyn Latimer Nandini Sidnal Muhammad Atif Qureshi Trent Naylor
General Manager, Executive Dean, Associate Dean, Senior Learning Facilitator, Learning Facilitator, Senior Learning Facilitator
Design and Creative Technology Design and Creative Technology Design and Creative Technology Information Technology Information Technology (Course Co-ordinator), Game Design,
Darryn has a long history with Torrens Scott has more than 20 years of academic In her 25-year design career, Robyn Development and Programming
University and has previously served as experience, leading various programs, has owned a studio, directed a company
Chief Executive of Media Design School schools and faculties across Europe, Asia and led countless community projects.
(MDS), our sister institution in New and Australia. Trained as an industrial Having worked in magazines and
Zealand. Darryn’s strong background in designer, he moved into design advertising, she specialised in publishing “The digital evolution will continue in many industry
tertiary education has afforded him a management and later acquired a PhD before progressing to education, which
variety of leadership roles, including CEO from the Centre for Studies in Higher was a natural fit. She advocates for equity
sectors, and smart information and communications
of Auckland’s Whitecliffe College of Arts Education at University of Melbourne. of access to lifelong learning and online technologies, enabled by software engineering and
and Design, and Board Director for Santa Scott is a strong advocate for education. In 2010, Robyn received a NSW protected by cybersecurity professionals, will be the
Fe University of Art and Design in the US. internationalisation, industry-engaged Volunteer of the Year Award and in 2018,
Outside of education, Darryn’s experience teaching, high-quality student outcomes an Order of Australia Medal. new norm in our daily lives and business operations”
spans financial services, FMCG, retail, and interdisciplinary research. His own
marketing, telecommunications and digital research interests intersect the disciplines Tony Jan
sectors. In 2009, he founded the Digital of design education, higher education
Associate Professor and Program Director,
Leadership Group, elevating AIM policy, design strategy and innovation.
Technology
Proximity to one of the top direct/digital
marketing agencies in the world. He was
also the creator and leader of GlobalPlus,
the triple-alliance of Air New Zealand,
Bank of New Zealand and Telecom.
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Our campuses Sydney
Ultimo Campus
46-52 Mountain Street,
Whether you study on campus or online, you can access Torrens University Ultimo, NSW 2007
Australia campuses across the nation. With state-of-the-art facilities, our This heritage-listed converted
warehouse in the inner-city suburb
campuses are designed with your needs as our top priority. of Ultimo provides you everything
you need to craft your future.
Walking distance to Central
Station, our Ultimo campus is
situated next to the innovative
Central Park precinct and near
Broadway Shopping Centre.
Brisbane Adelaide
Fortitude Valley Campus Wakefield Street Campus
90 Bowen Terrace, 86-92 Wakefield Street,
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006 Adelaide, SA 5000
In a converted brewery HQ, our Brisbane Around the Wakefield campus you’ll find
Campus offers a stimulating learning study areas, breakout pods and chill-out
environment, with the latest digital zones, making it easy to maximise your
technologies and collaborative classroom learning experience and access to your
spaces. In the Fortitude Valley precinct, lecturers. The campus is centrally located
it’s minutes by train or bus to the city in the Adelaide CBD, and with festivals
centre. Overlooking the river, the campus and sporting events in the city and wine
is designed in the Queensland style, with country on its doorstep, Adelaide has
balconies to catch the breeze. something for everyone.
Gold Coast
Southport Campus
91-99 Scarborough Street,
Southport QLD 4215
Our lively campus in the Gold Coast
is a large centrally located campus in
Melbourne Southport near other educational
facilities and international recruitment
Flinders Street Campus
agencies. Classes will run in the in the
196 Flinders Street,
afternoon and evening*. You’ll also have
Melbourne, VIC 3000
access to dedicated study areas and
Flinders Street Campus, in the centre student common areas in a spacious,
of Melbourne, is a few minutes’ walk from vibrant building.
Federation Square and Flinders Street *Available courses: Postgraduate
Station, as well as the many character- Information Technology
filled laneways. You can immerse yourself
in Melbourne’s creative environment and
access state-of-the-art facilities that are
a trademark of this campus.
Online and blended
You can study Torrens University
courses entirely online, or a
combination of online and on-campus.
With this flexibility, you can tailor your
course to your lifestyle and needs.
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Undergraduate
courses
Software Engineering
Diploma of Software Engineering
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming)
Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology
Cybersecurity
Diploma of Cybersecurity
Bachelor of Cybersecurity
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Course overview
What you will study
• Master the fundamentals of Python, C++ and C# programming
languages. Five core subjects
• Construct mathematical solutions to common software engineering Introduction
problems. to Software Maths 1
Engineering
• Understand data structure design and implementation.
• Uphold ethical software engineering practices and explore the Algorithms and Microservices
algorithms of software engineering solutions. Data Structures Architecture
The Diploma of Software Engineering is the perfect way to gain the technical and
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theoretical foundations to start out in the industry. You will learn the fundamentals
Pathway to success
of algorithm and data structure design, software engineering, project management, “We have been hiring Torrens University Take your credits into
and ethical development and research practices, underpinned by traditional design graduates for the past few years and we’re the second year of a:
concepts like design thinking and human-centred design to give you the edge to extremely excited about their artifcial Bachelor of
kick-start your career in the industry. This course acts as a standalone qualification, intelligence and cloud computing degrees. Software Engineering
(Artificial Intelligence)
as well as a pathway to further studies in your field of interest. We were actively consulted during the program
development and we’re really looking forward Bachelor of
Software Engineering
to their design-based approach to technology (Game Programming)
Design meets technology Academy-standard showing through future graduates.”
Study traditional design concepts and technical skills, Software Engineering courses at Torrens
graduating as a creative technology powerhouse. University are taught by AWS-certified instructors. Husain Al-Badry
General Manager Innovation and CX, Datacom
IBM Academic Initiative Partner A pathway to success
Our courses are developed in collaboration with IBM, Take your credits and pathway into the second
providing access to select software, courseware year of a bachelor course to specialise in Game
and key student resources. Programming or Artificial Intelligence.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Explore diferent models for pattern recognition, algorithms
and data structures. Get started with a diploma
• Build a solid foundation of traditional design skills, including design Complete eight subjects
thinking, human-centred design and secure by design methodologies.
Introduction
• Master the fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning to to Software Maths 1
model and train neural networks to implement a variety of computer Engineering
vision applications.
Algorithms and Microservices
• Discover the many important facets of data mining and visualisation. Data Structures Architecture
Analyse datasets, data preparation, handling missing data, modelling,
prediction and classification. Computer
Architecture Three elective
• Work with natural language processing and speech recognition and Operating subjects
including language modelling, formal grammars, statistical parsing, Systems
machine translation and dialogue processing.
Duration
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Full time: 3 years
Complete an additional 15 subjects
Accelerated: 2 years
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Delivery Intelligence
Statistics
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Introduction Introduction to
(Artificial Intelligence)
Location to Computer Data Science
Graphics
Sydney, Melbourne, online
CRICOS: 099352B Pathway options
Applications Networking &
We ofer postgraduate courses in Software Engineering: of Artificial Database
The tech industry is constantly changing, which means you need the creative • Graduate Certificate of Software Engineering
Intelligence Systems
skills to adapt to what’s coming next. Recognising that we’re working in a • Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
dynamic technology landscape, we have created the Bachelor of Software
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Project Based
• Master of Software Engineering (Cloud Computing) Classification & Learning Studio:
Regression
Engineering (Artificial Intelligence), developed in collaboration with IBM to Developed in collaboration with Technology
build a powerhouse of skills, future thinking and market insights. The course
addresses the industry demand for developers, with subjects that encompass
machine learning, computer vision, speech recognition and more, to prepare
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Machine Learning Data Mining &
you for a career in an exciting industry. “I study the Bachelor of Software Engineering and I am Principles Visualisation
simultaneously interning at Face Me. Face Me is a start-
up that creates digital humans to revolutionise how
Natural Language
Bridge the world of design thinking and AI Academy-standard people get in contact with a company. The digital humans Processing Deep Learning
Study traditional design concepts and AI to plan Software Engineering courses at Torrens are capable of actually showing and understanding the & Speech
Recognition
and implement strategic software solutions. University are taught by AWS-certified instructors. user’s emotion and that allows them to do so much more.
As an intern at Face Me I get to work on these crazy out-
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Course overview
What you will study
• Master C++ and other game industry-standard coding languages.
• Acquire skills in engine development and collaborative game creation Get started with a diploma
including game development processes, rapid prototyping Complete eight subjects
and 3D graphic development.
Introduction
• Specialise in the architecture and pipeline of PS4 and PS Vita to Software Maths 1
systems and learn the proprietary PhyreEngine and learn optimised Engineering
game development techniques for the PlayStation platform.
Algorithms and Microservices
• Research and explore advances in software engineering techniques Data Structures Architecture
and technology such as AI and procedural world-building.
Computer
• Learn the algorithms, data structures and techniques that underpin
Scouller, Bachelor of Software Architecture Three elective
Simone Enginee ring (Game Programming)
an expertise in software engineering and game programming. and Operating subjects
Systems
Duration
Full time: 3 years V
Accelerated: 2 years Graduate with a bachelor’s
Part time: 6 years
Complete an additional 14 subjects
Delivery
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Artificial
Sydney, Melbourne, online Maths 2 Intelligence and
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CRICOS: 093341J & Database Learning Studio:
• Graduate Certificate of Software Engineering Systems Technology
During our hands-on Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming), • Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
Introduction
• Master of Software Engineering (Cloud Computing) Rapid Game
you will learn C++, OpenGL, AI and Networking programming so you can work to Computer
Graphics Prototype
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with industry standard game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine – or take
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steps towards creating your own. You’ll become a proficient software engineer Enterprise Development
PlayStation
and, by working on collaborative game projects with designers and artists, you’ll 11
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be positioned to enter the tech and games industries with a clear advantage. UNRE.JY..
Programming Visualisation
Thanks to our partnership with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE), I 11 I
Work Integrated
you will develop games for the PlayStation® platform through the PlayStation® “One day, I basically asked myself, ‘What do I see myself Learning
Double Capstone
First Academic Development Program. doing for a career’s worth of time?’ The answer was
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‘playing games’ and I’m not good enough to be a streamer V
or professional, so I thought, ‘Why not make them?’ Embark on a new career
PlayStation® First Academic Development Partner Next stop, the world Being a predominantly console gamer growing up meant
~ Develop games using the PlayStation® 5 Platform
uo-y'ou Open career doors at Triple-A studios around the world the opportunity to make games for the Sony PlayStation
with exclusive access to Professional Development to work with local and global game industry giants.
Kits and Tools.
was a big factor in my decision.”
Tarik Tabet
Code worlds to life Passion commercialised
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming)
Become a professional software engineer with Understand the largest sector of the world’s modern
an expertise in game engine development. entertainment industry and how to stand out.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Develop your individual artistic style and technical skills to build
storylines and characters in a wide range of diferent contexts Six core subjects
• Learn the art of collaborating to build 2D and 3D virtual worlds to life
Design
Context 2D Asset Creation
• Work with industry-standard tools, software and 3D construction
techniques to graduate job-ready
• Gain a practical grounding in the real-world game development Game Design
Design Studio 1 Principles
industry.
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You might have already heard, but a fair bit of work goes into making a game... and “I’m passionate about creating something that I Pathway to success
it’s even more work to make that game good (gg). This Diploma of Game Design can be proud of creating and presenting. This Take your credits into
and Development focuses on the front-end of that process, if you know what we impacts my work greatly as it pushes me to dedicate the second year of a:
myself to my work as much as possible which in turn
mean. (We mean it will be your introduction to the full spectrum of game art and allows me to produce better work. In my long-term Bachelor of
Game Design and Development
design, from visual design fundamentals to illustration, game design conception career, I want to be able to produce or be a part of
and introductory development processes.) You will graduate with the necessary sizable projects that explore the vast ideas in my
Bachelor of
head and output them into a medium that will allow
technical skills and exposure to the game development industry to walk into an for widespread expression, and for these projects to
Software Engineering
(Game Programming)
entry-level Game Developer role, or to continue your studies into the Bachelor. be of a high quality to allow success. I want to be part
of something that I, and others can enjoy, whether Bachelor of
3D Design and Animation
that ends up being a game, movie or TV show – as
Master industry-standard software Gain course credit long as it brings me fulflment and success.”
Learn the tools and game development processes Take your relevant credits with you into
used by leading studios. a bachelor’s course. Jonathan Dowse
Diploma of Game Design and Development
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Course overview
What you will study
• Understand the game design and production principles that go into
making world-class titles Get started with a diploma
• Gain practical industry insights from working professionals and build Complete eight subjects
a professional portfolio to kick-start your career
Design 2D Asset Creation
• Master your unique individual artistic style and technical skills to Context
build storylines and characters in a range of diferent contexts
• Collaborate with other game artists and programmers and replicate Game Design
Design Studio 1 Principles
operating within a games studio, in a real-world context
• Specialise in building games for PlayStation® platform including input,
graphics, sound and physics. Master the theory of PlayStation® 3D Asset Game Production
ai Ha, Sean Caldecott, Derek Lai Creation Foundation
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architecture and porting a project to the platform
, Tom Wil
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Duration
Two elective subjects
Full time: 3 years
Accelerated: 2 years
Part time: 6 years
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Graduate with a bachelor
Delivery
Complete an additional 14 subjects
On-campus, online, blended (on-campus and online)
□□
Game
CRICOS: 095346K Rapid Game Development
Prototype for PlayStation
Unity· @
Want respect as a Game Designer/Developer? We’ve got the core skills here to
optimise your build, and there’s no chance you’re getting nerfed. Focusing on the
front-end side of games, AKA all the stuf you actually see and interact with as a
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player, this degree will give you the opportunity to develop your design, artistic and
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on industry-standard software alongside industry leaders to create industrial
environments, intriguing characters and engrossing stories for the immersive I Production
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subjects
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experience that is gaming. Thanks to our partnership with Sony Computer V
Entertainment Europe (SCEE), you will develop games for PlayStation® platform Embark on a new career
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Course overview
What you will study
• Demonstrate knowledge of computing technologies in solving practical
business IT problems. Eight core subjects
• Appraise IT technologies in cloud computing and software
development for building practical business IT applications. Computer
Architecture Introduction to
• Apply principles of human-centred design to IT solutions. and Operating Programming
Systems
• Propose IT solutions to diverse stakeholders for their approval.
• Interpret professional obligations, ethics and social responsibilities in a Foundations
Data and of Information
professional IT context. Networking Systems
Duration Introduction
to Software Introduction to
Full time: 1 year Engineering Cloud Computing
Accelerated: 6 months
Part time: 2 years Interactive IT Professional
Design Practice
Delivery
On-campus, online, blended (on-campus and online) V
Location Pathway to success
Take your credits into
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, online the second year of a:
Ultimate flexibility
Learn industry-standard software
With the option to study full or part time
Become proficient in use of programs
and all your course materials online, you
such as C++, Python and Java.
can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Demonstrate a cohesive and coherent understanding of IT concepts
and technologies in solving complex industry problems. Get started with a diploma
• Evaluate and select appropriate technology and design methodologies Complete eight subjects
for the implementation of IT solutions.
Computer
• Synthesise cognitive, technical and creative skills to design and Architecture Introduction to
develop inventive IT solutions for complex industry applications. and Operating Programming
Systems
• Communicate IT services and solutions to a diverse audience, ensuring
they meet system and user needs. Foundations
Data and of Information
• Apply sound judgement, efective management and collaborative skills Networking
in a professional IT context. Systems
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CRICOS: 108468M Human Centred
Networking
On-campus, online, blended (on-campus and online) Design for
and Database Software
Our Bachelor of Information Technology will set you up for a successful career in Location Systems Engineering
the IT industry. The modern and relevant curriculum has been co-designed with
□□
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, online
Creative Introduction to
industry to provide you with theoretical and practical knowledge to equip you for Pathway options Enterprise Data Science
the era of Industry 4.0. Continue your studies with our postgraduate Master of Information
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Technology Project Based
The course will cover areas of IT including programming, software engineering, Learning Studio Secure by Design
Technology
network and database systems, and human-centred design, as well as topics in
smart technologies, enterprise computing and cloud architectures. The course Cloud Enterprise
Computing
Architecture
is designed to be flexible, with elective subjects allowing you to tailor the course I 11 Systems
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to your desired specialisation. To help prepare you for your career, you will also Smart Industry Advanced Tech:
Work Integrated
Applications
complete work experience that allows you to put into practice what you’ve learnt I 11 Learning
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throughout the course. ( Four elective subjects )
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Aligned with industry Applied learning Embark on a new career
Ultimate flexibility
Learn industry-standard software
With the option to study full or part time
Become proficient in use of programs
and all your course materials online, you
such as C++, Python and Java.
can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Examine the design and operations of modern computer systems,
databases and networks. Eight core subjects
• Learn the fundamentals of preventative cybersecurity principles, Computer
programs and practices. Architecture Foundations
and Operating of Information
• Understand cybersecurity requirements in designing innovative Systems Systems
ICT solutions.
• Apply cybersecurity principles in developing secure ICT solutions. Introduction to Data and
Programming Networking
• Learn to develop and present verified and validated software solutions
for cyber prevention. Introduction
Cybersecurity to Software
• Learn to consider professional obligations, ethics and social Principles Engineering
responsibilities in line with ICT industry standards.
Duration Introduction to User Experience
Cloud Computing Design
Full time: 1 year
Part time: 2 years V
Delivery Pathway to success
Diploma of Cybersecurity
On campus, online, blended (on campus and online) Take your credits into
the second year of a:
Location
CRICOS: 110738J Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, online Bachelor of
Cybersecurity
Developed in collaboration with
Whether your dream career is Bug Bounty Hunter, Cyber Defender or
Cisco, Fortinet, IBM, Revio, Allianz Bachelor of
Cybercrime Investigator, our Diploma of Cybersecurity will equip you with the Information Technology
skills you need for an exciting future in cybersecurity. Designed, developed and
Bachelor of
delivered by industry, this course ensures you’ll gain the practical, technical Software Engineering
(Artificial Intelligence)
and theoretical skills that are in demand amid a global rise in cybercrime.
The course will develop your IT skills, with subjects including programming,
data and networking, cloud computing, software engineering and
cybersecurity principles. Upon graduating, you’ll possess the ability to apply
cybersecurity principles towards developing ICT solutions that consider ethical
and social responsibilities.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Learn the fundamentals of preventative cybersecurity principles,
programs and practices. Get started with a diploma
• Understand complex cybersecurity requirements in designing Complete eight subjects
innovative ICT solutions, using critical and analytical thinking to
secure digital infrastructures. Computer Foundations
Architecture of Information
• Learn to detect vulnerabilities and assess their potential impact and Operating Systems
on digital infrastructures using next generation technologies and Systems
security solutions.
Introduction to Data and
• Learn ethical hacking and penetration testing practices used Programming Networking
for proactive and ofensive security strategies.
• Develop and construct innovative cybersecurity solutions to Cybersecurity Introduction
Principles to Software
protect infrastructures against breaches and attacks. Engineering
• Identify emerging cybersecurity threats, risks and solutions.
Introduction to User Experience
• Learn to consider professional obligations, ethics and social Cloud Computing Design
responsibilities in line with ICT industry standards.
Duration V
Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Full time: 3 years Graduate with a bachelor
Part time: 6 years Complete an additional 14 subjects
Delivery
□□
CRICOS: 110736M Network Security User, Software,
On campus, online, blended (on campus and online) and Infrastructure and Data Security
Protection
The Bachelor of Cybersecurity will prepare you for a career fighting cybercrime in Location
some of the world’s most in-demand roles. Designed and delivered by industry, this
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Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, online Ethical Hacking
IT Professional and Penetration
course will equip you with an extensive range of theoretical and technical skills. Pathway options Practice Testing
Throughout the course, you’ll gain an understanding of the ethical use of emerging Continue your studies with our:
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and smart technologies, and how to leverage them within a cybersecurity context. • Master of Cybersecurity Introduction to
Data Science Learning Studio
Developed in collaboration with Technology
The course will cover a broad range of subjects including cybersecurity principles,
ethical hacking and penetration testing, human-centric cybersecurity in a smart
society, enterprise cybersecurity governance and applications, as well as work-
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( ) Two elective subjects
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into our Master of Cybersecurity.
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companies including Cisco and Fortinet.
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Designed to meet the Australian Computer Society’s Develop your ethical hacking skills on
Core Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and Cybersecurity corporate servers including Kali Linux,
Body of Knowledge (CyBOK). Linux and Ubuntu.
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Postgraduate
courses
Software Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering
Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
Master of Software Engineering (Cloud Computing)
Information Technology
Graduate Certificate of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Cybersecurity
Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity
Master of Cybersecurity
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Course overview
What you will study
• Solve complex commercial software engineering problems with
innovation and ethical practice. Get started with a
graduate certificate
• Explore a variety of technical issues including those related to
emerging technologies. Complete four subjects
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• Analyse problem sets to synthesise critical software engineering Software Human Centred
solutions. Engineering Design
Principles
• Communicate technical solutions, recommendations.
Duration
Full time: 6 months
Accelerated: 12 weeks
Part time: 18 months
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be completed in as little as 12 weeks. It’s part of our Creative Technology suite, Fawad Zaidi
Program Coordinator, Software Engineering
combining design and technology to empower you with the technical software skills
and traditional design concepts to make you a creative technology powerhouse.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Master and combine cognitive, technical and creative skills to tackle
complex commercial software engineering problems with innovation Get started with a
and ethical practice. graduate certificate
• Investigate advanced software engineering techniques. Complete four subjects
• Master data science, machine learning and deep learning skills and
push the boundaries of software design in search of game-changing
advances.
Duration
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Software
Development
Management
Progress onto a
Full time: 2 years graduate diploma
Part time: 4 years
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Delivery
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You can graduate with a standard master’s or pursue extra subjects and graduation. The course will give students hands-on Graduate with a
complete a Master of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence, Advanced). experience with industry briefs, enhanced critical master (advanced)
thinking and they’ll develop their skills which are Complete an additional two subjects
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Course overview
What you will study
• Work on industry projects and approach wide-ranging topics from
an entrepreneurial mindset. Get started with a
• Expand your critical thinking skills and explore the design thinking, graduate certificate
ethics and moral values required in tech for good companies. Complete four subjects
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who want to significantly deepen their knowledge and pursue specialist careers in Integrated Learning
the field. You’ll gain a suite of up-to-date and sophisticated technical, operational
and software management skills that will put you ahead of the global tech industry. “Cloud computing is important in our industry V
You’ll learn to apply coherent and advanced knowledge from cloud computing and because you can’t do anything without having
Graduate with a
something in the cloud. We’re always looking master (advanced)
DevOps in diverse contexts, including social impact and emerging technologies. Exit
for cloud computing professionals that are Complete an additional two subjects
with a Master of Software Engineering (Cloud Computing) or pursue further studies specialists in the area and are good at building Advanced Technology -
to graduate with a Master of Software Engineering (Cloud Computing, Advanced). stable, reliable, scalable environments for us and Work Integrated Learning
making sure that basically the large part of our One elective subject
Academy-standard Apply your learning
company keeps running.”
Software Engineering courses at Torrens University Investigate ethics, social responsibility and Victor Yuen
are taught by AWS-certified instructors. cognitive psychology throughout your studies. Director of Design, FaceMe
Design meets technology Cloud control
Explore advanced software engineering techniques Deepen your knowledge of cloud computing,
and the boundaries of software design. DevOps, big data and analytics.
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Course overview
What you will study
• Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills from the Information
Technology body of knowledge and adopt industry best practice to Get started with a
find innovative solutions to complex problems. Graduate Certificate
• Critically analyse problem sets to construct acute IT solutions and Complete four subjects
communicate them to stakeholders from diverse cultural and
professional backgrounds.
• Demonstrate sound judgement, non-partisanship and accountability
in team leadership roles to achieve efective planning, management,
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CRICOS: 107048F
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Course overview
What you will study
• Apply cognitive and technical skills innovatively and ethically to
research, critique, examine and solve complex real-life problems. Get started with a
• Critically analyse problems and communicate solutions to a diverse graduate certificate
range of audiences. Complete four subjects
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• Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to efectively and
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eficiently investigate and solve problems. Programming Design
• Demonstrate sound judgement, non-partisanship and accountability in
leadership roles for efective planning, management, execution and
communication of IT projects.
• Integrate IT concepts and industry best practices to solve commercial
problems.
• Manage complicated projects involving industry standard tools and
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Software
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System Analysis
Computing and Design
Full time: 2 years Fundamentals
(Advanced)
Part time: 4 years
CRICOS: 107045J
Delivery
On-campus, online, blended (on-campus and online)
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Systems
Research
Methodologies
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Equip yourself with in-demand skills and learn how to leverage smart technologies
Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Launch into a master
for Industry 4.0 and take the next step in your career in the IT industry. Gold Coast, online Complete an additional three subjects
Our postgraduate information technology program will build on your existing Information Technology - Work
Integrated Learning
IT knowledge, providing you with the skills required to advance your career.
One elective One elective
You’ll graduate with a deeper understanding of programming, systems analysis [...________,
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subject subject
and design, intelligence systems, cloud computing and more.
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Choose from a range of electives to tailor the course to your specific interests and Graduate with a
build knowledge across multiple areas. Upon completion, you will have developed master (advanced)
Complete an additional two subjects
the skills to efectively utilise existing and emerging technologies, and apply them
to a variety of industries. Not all classes are available at all locations for Advanced
Information
all intakes. Please check website for details. One elective
Technology - subject
Work Integrated
Aligned with industry Ultimate flexibility Learning
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Course overview
What you will study
• Analyse and explain cybersecurity operations
and their impact on society. Get started with a
• Learn to develop ICT products with the application of contemporary graduate certificate
software security and cybersecurity features. Complete four subjects
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Duration Software Cybersecurity
Principles and
Fortress and
Full time: 6 months Organisational
Data Protection Practice
Part time: 12 months
Delivery V
On campus, online, blended (on campus and online) Progress onto a
Location graduate diploma
Complete an additional four subjects
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, online
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Course overview
What you will study
• Critically analyse and explain cybersecurity operations and their impact
on society. Get started with a
• Assess human and technology requirements, using agile approaches to graduate certificate
protect human and digital infrastructures. Complete four subjects
□□
Cybersecurity
Software
• Understand how to research and evaluate emerging cybersecurity Principles and
Fortress and
threats, risks and solutions. Organisational
Data Protection Practice
• Learn to demonstrate ethical and professional leadership in
implementing cybersecurity solutions.
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Duration
Progress onto a
Full time: 2 years graduate diploma
Part time: 4 years Complete an additional four subjects
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0 Understand how to secure the future through
the ethical use of emerging technologies.
This course has been developed with leading
companies including Cisco and Fortinet. Graduate with a
master (advanced)
Complete an additional subject
Curriculum aligned with industry Learn industry-leading software
Advanced Information Technology
Designed to meet the Australian Computer Society’s Develop your ethical hacking skills on - Work Integrated Learning
Core Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and Cybersecurity corporate servers including Kali Linux,
Body of Knowledge (CyBOK). Linux and Ubuntu.
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Entry requirements Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses
Fees and assistance options
Diploma of Software Engineering
When it comes to paying for your tuition fees, you have two options:
• Australian Year 12 certificate or equivalent
Diploma of Game Design and Development
• IELTS 5.5 or above (with no bands less than 5.0)
Diploma of Information Technology
• Entry based on work and life experience available
FEE-HELP Up-front payment
Diploma of Cybersecurity All of our courses are covered by FEE-HELP. If you’re a domestic FEE-HELP isn’t your only option when it comes
student, you can study now and pay later. FEE-HELP is a to paying your course fees. Our Australian and
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence) government loan scheme that can help you pay for all, or part of, international students can choose to pay
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Game Programming) • Australian Year 12 certificate or equivalent your tuition fees. Repayments start through the tax system once up-front, billed each trimester.
Bachelor of Game Design and Development • IELTS 6.0 or above (with no bands less than 5.5) you are in the workforce and your income rises above the
Bachelor of Information Technology • Entry based on work and life experience available minimum repayment threshold.
Bachelor of Cybersecurity How do I apply?
If you get an ofer from Torrens University Australia and you’re
Postgraduate courses eligible, you’ll need to complete a Commonwealth Assistance Scholarships
Form to access FEE-HELP to delay payment of some or all of your
• Completion of qualification at AQF level 7 (bachelor’s degree) tuition fees. You’ll need your Tax File Number or a Certificate of We have 20% Creative Technology
or above from an Australian university or an equivalent higher Tax File number, and submit your form by the due date. scholarships available to help you
education qualification. achieve your study goals.
• IELTS 6.5 or above (with no bands less than 6.0) How do I know if I’m eligible?
Graduate Certificate of Software Engineering Students without an undergraduate degree may be admitted with: • You are studying with an approved university; Find out more
• At least three years professional experience in software • You meet the citizenship and residency requirements;
development (documented, eg. CV), demonstrating a reasonable
prospect of success; AND a discipline-specific portfolio; AND a • You’re an Australian citizen or New Zealand Special Category
recommendation letter from two most recent employers. visa holder who meets the long-term residency requirements
and who is undertaking at least one unit of study in Australia;
• Completion of qualification at AQF level 7 (bachelor’s degree) or OR
above from an Australian university or equivalent in Information
Technology or relevant disciplines • You’re a permanent humanitarian visa holder who’ll
Graduate Certificate of Information Technology
• IELTS 6.5 or above (with no bands less than 6.0) be residing in Australia for your study units;
• Entry based on work and life experience available OR
• You’re a permanent visa holder who’s undertaking bridging
• Completion of qualification at AQF level 7 (bachelor’s degree) or study for overseas trained professionals, and residing in
above from an Australian university or equivalent in Information Australia for the duration of your studies.
Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity Technology, Business Information Systems or relevant disciplines
• You are enrolled in an eligible unit of study by the census
• IELTS 6.5 or above (with no bands less than 6.0)
date for the unit.
• Entry based on work and life experience available
• You have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit.
• The standard entry requirement is a completed qualification at AQF • You have applied and received your Unique Student Identifier
Master of Software Engineering
Level 7 (bachelor’s degree) or above from an Australian university in (USI) number, available at usi.gov.au
(Artificial Intelligence, Advanced)
a relevant field of study or an equivalent overseas higher education
Master of Software Engineering qualification or equivalent.
(Cloud Computing, Advanced)
• Students without an undergraduate degree may be admitted
Master of Information Technology to the Graduate Certificate as a pathway.
(Information Technology, Advanced)
• IELTS 6.5 or above (with no bands less than 6.0)
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