Awarded by
UNSW Online
Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Study Mode
Online
Payment Options
FEE-HELP may be availableUpfront payment
Duration
Accelerated; complete in as little as 16 months
Start Date
Enquire now for upcoming start dates
Course Fee
Career Outcomes
Cyber Security Officer | Information Security Analyst | Information Security Auditor | IT Security Engineer | View all
Build on your foundational knowledge and gain the skills needed to meet demand in an evolving industry, with the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security from UNSW Online.
It will enable you to develop a well-rounded perspective of current and emerging trends in cybercrime and give you the technical skills to prevent cyber-attacks against modern networks.
This course has been designed by leading cyber security academics and industry experts, and is designed remain relevant in a constantly evolving sector. It will provide you with the skills in demand by employers, and set you up for a successful career in cyber security.
Specialisation: Management and Leadership
*Relevant work experience for the Management and Leadership specialisation includes, but is not limited to, roles in Business Strategy, HR Management, Change Management, Project Management, Policy or Leadership as well as the following: Business Systems Analyst, Front end developer, Application coder, Game designer, Cyber Security Analyst, Software Developer, Consultant in Risk or Business, Penetration Tester, Security Team Manager, Digital Forensics specialist, Cyber Security Change and Awareness Manager, Cyber Security Outreach Trainer, Private Investigator, Specialist Police and Military roles, Financial Analyst, Forensic Accountant, Computer Systems or Information Auditor, Data Privacy and Electronics Technician, Project Manager, Executive Officer, Technical Manager, Analyst.
Specialisation: Security Engineering
*Relevant experience for the Security Engineering specialisation includes, but is not limited to, the following roles: Business Systems Analyst, Front End Developer, Application Coder, Game Designer, Cyber Security Analyst, Software Developer, Consultant in Risk or Business, Penetration Tester, Security Team Manager, Digital Forensics Specialist, Cyber Security Change and Awareness Manager, Cyber Security Outreach Trainer, Private Investigator, Specialist Police and Military roles, Financial Analyst, Forensic Accountant, Computer Systems or Information Auditor, Data Privacy, Electronics Technician, Project Manager, Executive Officer, Technical Manager, Analyst, Systems Administrator, Network or Telecommunications Engineer.
The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security comprises eight online courses, with the option of selecting from a Management and Leadership or Security Engineering specialisation. The Graduate Diploma program consists of four foundation courses, three specialisation electives, and one elective of choice.
Core courses
Management and Leadership specialisation electives
Security Engineering specialisation electives
*Pre-requisite required: Penetration Testing
Should you choose to pursue a Master of Cyber Security upon the successful completion of your Graduate Diploma, the following prerequisites must be considered:
Study 100% Online with UNSW. A World Leader.
UNSW is a globally recognised leader in education, with a focus on industry applicable programs. When you study online with UNSW, you can expect to learn from world-class academics and collaborate with ambitious, like-minded individuals.
Study at Australia’s Global University. Anywhere, anytime.
Studying online at UNSW means that you have the flexibility to shape your studies to fit your life and career goals. The programs have been designed with busy working professionals in mind so you can study one course at a time, 100% online & accelerated, whilst working full-time.
Designed by Industry for Industry.
The UNSW online programs have been developed in close consultation with industry experts equipping you with applicable and career-related skills. UNSW is ranked in the top 3 universities in Australia for graduate employability, and is 27th in the world (QS University World Rankings by Graduate Employability, 2020) with each program offering advanced disciplinary depth, giving you access to the latest thinking and current research.
Student Admissions Advisors:
Investing in the right program for you is important to us and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our Student Enrolment Advisors are available to assist you with all your program and enrolment queries.
Student Success Advisors:
Studying online does not mean studying alone. We are here to help you make your difference. Throughout your study journey, you will be able to turn to your Student Success Advisor (SSA), who is committed to assisting you at every stage, from enrolment through to graduation. Your SSA is on hand to help with all non-academic queries by phone or email.
The online Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security prepares students to pursue a range of local and international roles in professional cyber security within a business, government, or law enforcement environment.
Wondering where a career in Cyber Security could take you? Potential job outcomes may include:
The 2022 Indicative Domestic Tuition Fee is $37,920.
The total indicative cost of completing your degree depends on the elective courses you choose to complete and any recognition of prior learning before the commencement of your studies. Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees.
Eligible students may be able to apply for a government loan scheme, FEE-HELP.
This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.
Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You'll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $48,361 (2022-23 income year).
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