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Cryptography
University of Technology Sydney - Direct Enroll Program
Sydney, Australia
Dates: early Feb 2026 - mid Jun 2026
Cryptography
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Technology Sydney
Location: Sydney, Australia
Primary Subject Area: Computer Sciences
Instruction in: English
Course Code: 41900
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 4
Prerequisites: 48730 Cybersecurity OR 65325 Digital Trace and Identity
DESCRIPTION
Cryptographic techniques have been developed to preserve data confidentiality and ensure data integrity. They are indispensable in cybersecurity and are used to ensure, for example, the security of wireless networks, online payment systems, and cryptocurrencies. This subject engages with the principles of cryptography, including symmetric/asymmetric ciphers, cryptographic hash functions, message authentication codes, and digital signatures. This subject also introduces popular applications of cryptography and cryptographic designs in blockchain. Students analyse cryptographic techniques, use popular cryptographic tools, and practice attacks on cryptography.