Studying law and cyber security offers a unique skillset, blending legal expertise with the technical knowledge required to navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape. You will be prepared to address complex challenges at the intersection of technology, data privacy, and cyber crime, as well as the legal frameworks shaping the future of the internet and cyber security.

What you'll study:

• Study core areas of cyber security, including network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, digital forensics, risk management, and cyber threat analysis to protect systems and data.
• Explore the legal issues surrounding cyber security, such as data protection, privacy laws, intellectual property, and cyber crime legislation.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of legal principles and practices, including connections between law, ethics, digital rights, privacy law and regulatory frameworks specific to the digital age.
• Develop critical analytical skills to assess legal precedents and policies affecting the digital world while gaining technical expertise to address emerging cyber security challenges.
• Acquire essential legal skills in negotiation, critical analysis, advocacy, and legal writing.

Opportunities to enhance your career development and employability are integrated throughout the degree program. You will gain practical experience through internships, industry projects, and real case studies, building a professional network and equipping yourself with the skills needed to thrive in both the legal and cyber security sectors.

Academic entry requirements (by country)

Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for this program. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program here.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah)

Grade average of 78 in the final year results OR successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.5
• OR a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22)
• OR no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 58.

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

The above requirements are HIGHER than the requirements stipulated in university policy. Applicants should refer to the following procedure for further information:

• Admission Procedure

The requirement to demonstrate an IELTS (Academic) of 7.0 or an equivalent level of proficiency in English will apply to all International students with the exception of those students who are admitted via one of the following English admission pathways which are exempt from the completion of the English language enhancement course:

• Satisfactory completion of one of the qualifications specified in the following schedule:
  • English Language Proficiency Schedule
• Satisfactory completion within the past five years of at least two years full-time equivalent of post-secondary, higher education sector accredited associate degree or degree level study or equivalent in a country specified in the above Schedule A in which the language of instruction and assessment/examination for the entire two years was in English.
• Satisfactory completion within the past five years (from Canada [excluding Quebec], New Zealand, Australia, Republic of Ireland, United States or United Kingdom) of senior secondary, post-secondary, higher education sector accredited associate degree or degree level study or equivalent for at least two years full-time equivalent.

If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.

The complexity of cyber law is increasing, and many businesses need professionals who can integrate legal solutions with cyber security practices. Graduates from this dual degree program will possess a well-rounded skill set, which will remain relevant regardless of changes in the digital landscape, suitable for various roles in cyber security, information technology, law, data privacy, technology regulation, technology policy and more.