Cyber futures | Federation University

HENAG1003 Cyber futures

This unit will provide an introduction to the key concepts in cybersecurity and the importance of the cybersecurity industry in an automated and technologically interdependent global society. The unit will provide learners with an understanding of cybersecurity terminology and the cybersecurity industry and provide strategies and insights allowing for the identification and consequences of potential cyber threats and attacks. This unit will be applicable to any person looking to understand high-level cybersecurity principles and understand potential opportunities within the industry. This may be individuals looking to transition into a cybersecurity career, students and professionals outside the IT industry looking to upskill and for current IT professionals looking to expand their knowledge. This has been designed as a short taster unit to encourage learners to undertake our more comprehensive education micro-credential, Supply Chain Cybersecurity.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $0
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $0

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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