The University of Adelaide
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationCyber attacks are a serious threat—for governments, law enforcement agencies, companies and NGOs alike. Digital system breaches can have disastrous, even life-threatening impacts and cybercrime costs the world trillions a year. As a result, cyber security skills are in high demand worldwide, with thousands of jobs added yearly in Australia.
This program is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode—enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you.
You could help secure border protection authorities’ surveillance plans. Keep large companies safe from industrial espionage. Or ensure online voting systems are tamper-free. For students without relevant experience or prior studies, the Graduate Certificate provides the perfect introduction to cyber security principles while also laying a strong foundation for further advanced study in the area.
Delivery mode
The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- The University of Adelaide, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Higher Education Study
A completed Bachelor's degree OR relevant work experience of at least 3 years in Computer Science/Cyber Security or cognate roles OR Diploma or above in Networking and IT plus 2 years relevant work experience in Computer Science/Cyber Security or cognate roles.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$18,500
$24,250
$18,500
$24,250
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...
Cloud Security Engineer
A Cloud Security Engineer ensures the protection of an organisation's data and applications within cloud environments. You might work with various...
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...
Network Security Engineer
A Network Security Engineer is tasked with ensuring the integrity and security of an organisation's network infrastructure, where they design, impl...
About The University of Adelaide
The University of Adelaide is ranked in the world's top 100 universities. We are recognised globally as a leading research university.
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