This subject introduces students to laws and policies regulating Cyberspace. It invites students to critically evaluate the sufficiency and effectiveness of laws, policies and industry self-regulation in addressing challenges to government, business and society in an increasingly online world. The subject specifically examines Australian and International Law and practice in … For more content click the Read more button below.
This subject introduces students to laws and policies regulating Cyberspace. It invites students to critically evaluate the sufficiency and effectiveness of laws, policies and industry self-regulation in addressing challenges to government, business and society in an increasingly online world. The subject specifically examines Australian and International Law and practice in this area paying attention to perspectives from legal, political and technological experts.
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.
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Work based learning (placement):No
Graduate capabilities
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Describe Security issues associated with the use of the cyberspace.
2.
Identify laws and policies applicable to the use of the cyberspace
3.
Analyse the application of laws and policies relating to cyberspace.
4.
Evaluate the effectiveness and applicability of laws and policies relating to cyberspace security.
Learning activities
Policy/problem-solving assignment, online activities and tutorial participation
Enrolment rules
Special conditions
This subject is also available through Open Universities Australia (OUA).
