Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing

ITECH2507 Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing

This unit delves into Vulnerability Assessments (VAs) and Penetration Testing (Pen Testing), equipping students with advanced skills and deep knowledge to proactively identify and address security vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks. Analyze vulnerabilities, evaluate penetration testing methodologies, and design & execute ethical penetration tests. Explore advanced topics like cloud security and social engineering, then craft effective countermeasures and mitigation strategies. The unit concludes with penetration testing frameworks and report creation, culminating in a project where you apply your skills in a simulated environment.

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* $1,192
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,192

^ 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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