Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-07-29 | - |
2025-02-03 | - |
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
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.