Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security (Canberra)

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security at UNSW Canberra provides students with the tools and techniques required to detect, analyse, and confront cyber challenges. Informed by global best practice and cutting-edge research, this program is designed to equip students with the latest knowledge and practical skills in cyber security.

Overview

This course is for postgraduate students who wish to gain detailed cyber security technical skills and expertise. It incorporates principles gathered from information systems, systems engineering, computer science, network security, and defence.

Key Features

• Designed to equip students with the latest knowledge and practical skills
• Informed by global best practice and cutting-edge research
• Flexible learning options, including fully online study

Why Study at UNSW Canberra?

• UNSW is a global top 20 university
• Flexible study options to suit students' needs
• Industry-aligned coursework

Program Structure

Students undertaking the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security are required to complete 24 Units of Credit (UOC) when taken as a standalone program.

Full Program Structure

This program contains a total of 24 units of credit (UOC) and can be completed in 6 months. Courses are 6 UOC. Students must complete:

• Core courses 12-24 UOC
  • Cyber Offence: Threats and Opportunities
  • Information Assurance and Security
  • Wireless, Mobile and Internet of Things Security
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Cyber Defence: Network Security Operations
  • Digital Forensics
  • Mobile Network and Memory Forensics
  • Introduction to Exploit Development
• Prescribed electives 0-12 UOC
  • Software Security Lifecycle
  • Critical Infrastructure and Control System Security
  • Big Data and Decision Analytics for Security

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into the Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security, an applicant must meet one of the following entry requirements:

1. Completion of a Bachelor degree with honours in the same or a related discipline from a recognised institution
2. Completion of a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in the same or a related discipline from a recognised institution
3. Completion of a Bachelor degree in the same or a related discipline from a recognised institution; and completion of at least three years relevant full-time professional experience
4. Completion of a Bachelor degree in a non-related discipline; and completion of at least four years relevant full-time professional experience
5. Evidence of other qualifications and professional experience to be assessed as acceptable grounds for admission into the program by the relevant Program Authority

English Language Requirements

Students may be asked to provide evidence of their English proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on their educational background and citizenship.

Program Details

• Program Code: 7328
• Campus: Canberra
• Total Units of Credit (UOC): 24
• Duration: 0.5 Year(s) to 1 year
• Delivery Mode: Distance (online with some face-to-face)
• Commencing Terms: Semester 1 & 2
• Fees:
  • 2026 Indicative CSP first year fee: $20,500*
  • 2026 Indicative CSP fee to complete degree: $20,500*
  • 2026 Indicative first year full fee: $25,500*
  • 2026 Indicative full fee to complete degree: $26,000*

Future Careers

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security will provide students with a more detailed understanding of the technical skills and expertise relevant to the technical implementation and leadership of the cyber security function. Job roles can include:

• Cloud Security Analyst
• Computer Forensics Analyst
• Cryptographer
• Cyber Security Engineer
• Cyber Security Technician
• IT Risk Analyst
• Security Analyst

Fees & Scholarships

• 2021 Indicative First Year Fee: $20,500*
• 2021 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree: $20,500*
• UNSW awards over $83 million in scholarships each year.