Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
In the Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity, you’ll deepen your understanding of computer network security and learn to prevent cyber-attacks.
This course allows students to identify, demonstrate, diagnose and fix security risks in software systems such as web applications, internet-based services and desktop applications.
It will build on a student’s STEM qualifications or relevant industry experience by developing information security-related skills and knowledge in system security, penetration testing, incident response, security management, reverse engineering and ethical hacking.
The Master of Cybersecurity suite includes a nested Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity.
Note The Graduate Diploma is an EXIT Award only. No Admission
Duration
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity has been designed for students who wish to deepen their computer science and cybersecurity knowledge by focusing on identifying, demonstrating, diagnosing and fixing flaws in software systems such as web applications, internet-based services and desktop applications.
This course will build on a student’s STEM qualifications or relevant industry experience by developing security-related skills and knowledge in system security, penetration testing, incident response, security management, reverse engineering and ethical hacking.
The Master of Cybersecurity suite includes a nested Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity
Course structure
Course Rules
To qualify for the Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity, students must complete 11 units (150 credit points) as follows:
- Nine (9) core units (125 credit points)
- One (1) core option unit (12.5 credit points)
- One (1) Elective unit (12.5 credit points)
Volume of Learning
The Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity consists of a total of 11 units (150 credit points in total). Units normally carry 12.5 credit points (cps.). In a year, eight (8) units normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four (4) units normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points. The volume of learning of the Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity is typically one and a half (1.5) years.
Maximum Academic Credit
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Diploma of Cybersecurity is 75 credit points (normally six units)
Units of study
Core units - Complete all 9 units - 125 cp
Core option
Select 1 Unit from list
Select 1 Unit from list
* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
** Unit available with the approval of the course director only.
*** Units are available by application only.
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas:
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Security Systems Manager
• Cryptographer
• Consultant/Advisor
• Cybersecurity Coordinator/ Operations/Project Manager
• Security System Developer
• Security Solution Sales
• Network/Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect
• Security Solutions Sales
Aims and objectives
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to :
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to :
| # | Description |
|---|---|
| CLO1 | Demonstrate a coherent understanding of the concepts and practices within the field of cybersecurity, and to apply this as an effective member of diverse teams in a professional context |
| CLO2 | Identify cybersecurity threats and apply appropriate tools and techniques to classify and mitigate those threats |
| CLO3 | Analyse unfamiliar cybersecurity scenarios, evaluate the existing knowledge base, and propose novel solutions |
| CLO4 | Apply relevant knowledge and skills to implement Cybersecurity projects with industry relevance |
| CLO5 | Communicate information proficiently to technical and non-technical audiences, including industry practitioners |
| CLO6 | Reflect on, and take responsibility for their own learning, manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development |
| CLO7 | Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to solve diverse cybersecurity problems and scenarios |
Pathways and scholarships
- Recognition of prior learning.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Entry requirements
The Graduate Diploma is an EXIT Award only. No Admission