Victoria University

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Build on your prior grounding in information technology with skills and knowledge in the practice of cyber security.

This course content covers the essential areas of cyber security, from proactive cyber threat detection and risk management to cyber law and regulations.

You'll learn from academic staff with a strong research record in cyber security, and industry experts with significant cyber security experience.

Guest lecturers with current experience in the cyber security industry will complement the academic staff and provide you with the latest developments in the field.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

ADMISSION & PATHWAYS

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation, we will also assess your education, work, and other relevant experience.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline

OR

Applicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable $17,300 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Enquire with Victoria University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable $17,300

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...

Avg yearly income $125,008
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $111,280
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $186,004
Entry barriers Low

ICT Security Specialist

ICT Security Specialists help business leaders, NGO professionals, and government agents protect their organisation’s digital assets, hardware, and...

Avg yearly income $76,648
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $88,400
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.