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POL30018 · Swinburne University of Technology

Cyber Crime and Security

Credit points
12.5
Level
3
Workload
≈ 13 h / week
Faculty
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

What it covers

This unit provides students with an in-depth, critical understanding of cyber-crime and security. Students will learn about the history and development of contemporary crime and security problems facilitated by digital technology, including hacking, malware, darknet offences and cyber terrorism. Students will also critically evaluate and develop online policing and security strategies intended to counter cyber-crime and security problems.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
Brief 1Individual40%
QuizzesIndividual20%
Research EssayIndividual40%

When and where

Teaching periodCampusMode
Teaching Period 3OnlineOnline