Bachelor of Cyber Security and Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
This double degree from Macquarie University combines a Bachelor of Cyber Security with a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science. The program equips students with both technical cybersecurity skills (e.g., digital forensics, cryptography) and expertise in chiropractic science, preparing them for careers in cybersecurity and healthcare professions such as chiropractic, sports medicine, and rehabilitation. The program emphasizes practical experiences, flexible study options, and industry-recognized certifications, ensuring graduates are job-ready in these in-demand fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Cyber Security and Bachelor of Chiropractic Science is a double degree program offered by Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia.
The Bachelor of Cyber Security
has been developed in consultation with cybersecurity experts from government and industry. It aims to equip students with the skills needed to protect organizations against cyber threats. The program focuses on:
- Understanding the motivations, mindsets, capabilities, and skills of cybercriminals.
- Developing expertise in information security and data privacy, offensive security, digital forensics, applied cryptography, secure coding, and artificial intelligence.
The Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
is the longest-running degree of its kind in Australia. It prepares students for a career in one of the largest primary health professions. When combined with the Master of Chiropractic, graduates are equipped to work in various settings, including:
- Private practice
- Chiropractic sports medicine
- Allied health areas
- Health insurance assessment
- Medico-legal advising
- Work health and safety
- Rehabilitation
- Research
Key Features:
- Cybersecurity:
- Focus on technical aspects of cybersecurity.
- Covers topics like applied cryptography, ethical hacking, digital forensics, secure application development, and data privacy.
- Develops a unique combination of technical, policy, and business skills.
- Provides foundational skills in programming, databases, web technologies, networking, and security studies from a sociopolitical perspective.
- Chiropractic Science:
- Master skills in chiropractic manipulation within the context of anatomical, physiological, and biomedical sciences.
- Provides the necessary academic background for postgraduate study in the Master of Chiropractic, required for professional registration in Australia.
- Offers training in diagnostics, including patient interviews, physical examination, and X-rays.
- Provides access to world-class anatomy and chiro labs for hands-on experience.
Careers:
The program aims to prepare graduates for a range of career opportunities in both cybersecurity and chiropractic science.
Potential Career Paths:
- Cybersecurity:
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Security Engineer
- Penetration Tester
- Digital Forensics Investigator
- Information Security Manager
- Chiropractic Science:
- Chiropractor in private practice
- Chiropractic sports medicine specialist
- Allied health professional
- Health insurance assessor
- Work health and safety specialist
- Rehabilitation specialist
- Researcher
Other:
- The program is offered full-time and takes 5.5 years to complete.
- The program is designed to provide students with a unique combination of technical, policy, and business skills, making them highly sought-after by employers.
- The program offers flexible study options and practical experiences to ensure graduates are job-ready.
- The program is delivered in a vibrant and leafy campus that is part of one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia.
Macquarie University
Overview:
Macquarie University is a public research university located in Sydney, Australia. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to providing students with industry-relevant skills. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Macquarie University provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Library:
Access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, databases, and online learning materials.Campus Security:
Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff on campus.Student Life and Support:
Offering various support services, such as academic advising, career counseling, and mental health resources.Sports, Fitness, and Clubs:
Providing opportunities for students to engage in sports, fitness activities, and extracurricular clubs.Cafes, Bars, and Restaurants:
Offering a variety of dining options on campus.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Macquarie University offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can expect:
Collaborative Campus Environment:
Opportunities to connect with peers, academics, and employers.World-Leading Facilities:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities that enhance the learning experience.Active Student Life:
A wide range of clubs, societies, and events to participate in.Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry-Responsive Degrees:
Programs designed to equip students with in-demand skills for the workforce.Strong Employability Outcomes:
Ranked highly in Australia for employment outcomes.World-Class Research:
Recognized for its research excellence, with several subjects ranked in the top 100 globally.Collaborative Campus Environment:
Fosters a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong Industry Partnerships:
Over 300 industry partners on campus and within the innovation precinct.Academic Programs:
Macquarie University offers a wide range of academic programs across its faculties, including:
Faculty of Arts:
Education, History, Archaeology, Indigenous Studies, Law, Media, Communications, Creative Arts, Language, Literature, Philosophy, Security Studies, and Criminology.Macquarie Business School:
Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business Analytics, Applied Finance, Economics, Management, and Marketing.Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences:
Various programs in medicine, health, and human sciences.Faculty of Science and Engineering:
Computing, Engineering, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Applied BioSciences, and Australian Astronomical Optics.Other:
Entry Requirements:
A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a biological or related science or equivalent qualification. The university will also consider applicants with appropriate or accredited experience within an embryological laboratory. Applicants should be employed in a laboratory practicing clinical embryology and have an employer who supports them in allowing time for study. Applicants must also have access to email and the internet.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
