The university says it is first with an accredited cyber security specialist qualification

Cyber-security courses are accredited by the Australian Computer Society, “the recognised accrediting body for the ICT sector.”

According to ACS, “ACS accreditation is awarded to an institution and its programs after a rigorous evaluation of their capacity to produce graduates who have the knowledge and skills required of an ICT professional.” The society has a new specialist accreditation in cyber security, with requirements are  here.

ACS already accredits Deakin degrees with a minor in cyber security.