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Field of Study

Cryptography

Bachelor of Computer Science / Master of Cyber Security
Overview Study details

Work in cutting-edge areas such as quantum algorithms and quantum computing.

Driven and taught by some of the brightest researchers in the industry, you’ll apply theory to real-world systems, as well as undertake internships or research projects with leading Australian companies and government agencies.

You'll learn how to:

  • conceptualise, design, and build secure IT systems
  • expertly review and evaluate cyber security information.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for computer science and information systems

QS World University Rankings 2025

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Cryptographic systems engineer
  • Intelligence officer
  • Malware researcher
  • Cryptographer
  • Signals intelligence officer
  • Malware analyst
  • Financial systems engineer
  • Payment systems engineer
  • Applied cryptographer

Average annual salary range

Systems Engineer

$105–$125K

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How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Work placements
  • Laboratory work
  • Seminars

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Linear and Abstract Algebra and Number Theory
  • Discrete Mathematics II
  • Calculus & Linear Algebra I
  • Applied Probability Statistics
  • Coding and Cryptography
  • Quantum Algorithms and Computing

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