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Students
Tuition Fee
AUD 11,900
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Cybersecurity
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 11,900
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-07-29-
2025-02-03-
About Program

Program Overview


This program provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, including core concepts, protocols, and ethical practices. Students complete 16 units, including 8 core units and 8 electives, covering topics such as network security, server management, and industry project development. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in cybersecurity, such as Cyber Security Support Officer and Cyber Security Tester.

Program Outline

Outline:


Course Structure:

Students must complete 16 units, 8 core and 8 elective.


Core Units:

  • Analyse and present research information
  • Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes
  • Work collaboratively in the ICT industry
  • Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
  • Test concepts and procedures for cyber security
  • Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation
  • Develop and carry out a cyber security industry project
  • Apply cyber security legislation, privacy and ethical practices

Elective Units:

  • Install and manage servers
  • Manage network security
  • Automate processes
  • Write scripts for software applications
  • Monitor and administer security of ICT systems
  • Configure and secure networked end points

Careers:

  • Cyber Security Support Officer
  • Support Technician
  • Cyber Security Tester
  • Cyber Security Analyst

Further Education:

  • Diploma of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Cyber Security
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.


English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following: IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

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