Griffith University
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationGain the specialist knowledge required to investigate, detect and prevent cyber crime using digital forensic tools and techniques in this degree. Identifying current and future trends in cyber crime, analysing the behaviours and motivations of cyber criminals and assessing the effectiveness of cyber crime mitigation strategies are key areas of focus. You'll also acquire the tools to present evidence that is acceptable in a court of law, drawing on a wide range of theoretical and applied science techniques to establish facts.
As a graduate, you'll be able to understand cyber threats, vulnerabilities, risks, and the fundamentals of cyber attack and cyber defense, guided by your strong knowledge of foundational concepts of cyber security, including security engineering, software security, privacy and regulations. You'll have the tools to conduct security assessments and evaluate various methodologies for mitigating risks in ways that enhance cyber security through the multi-facets of privacy protection, access control, and avoidance of human-related factors.
As part of this graduate certificate, you'll gain practical experience through case studies and in workshops with fellow students. You'll critically evaluate digital crime scenes and learn how to present evidence of cyber crime. The interactive nature of the learning experience will allow you to develop connections with your fellow students. Throughout, you will learn from some of Australia's foremost academics on cyber security, who have extensive professional experience.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Related Bachelor degree or higher (4.0 GPA)
Relevant professional work experience
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, an applicant must:
- hold a Bachelor degree or Bachelor Honours degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 point scale)
- OR have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
- OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security will prepare you for the following roles.
Cyber Security Specialist
Cyber Security Specialists manage an organisation’s ICT security. They have preventative strategies in place to stop unauthorised access of the sys...
Cyber Security Architect
Cyber Security Architects are high-end ICT professionals who design and build cyber security systems to protect an organisation’s digital assets, c...
ICT Security Specialist
ICT Security Specialists help business leaders, NGO professionals, and government agents protect their organisation’s digital assets, hardware, and...
Security Analyst
A Security Analyst monitors and protects an organisation’s computer systems and networks. You might work in a corporate office, a government agency...
Computer Forensic Analyst
Computer Forensic Analysts are ICT professionals who investigate and disrupt cybercrimes such as hacking, computer fraud, terrorist communications,...
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