Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology

About

Cyber security forms a vital part of organisational responsibilities.

In today’s networked world it is more relevant than ever.

From the latest internet worm, to identity theft, the danger is no more than a mouse click away.

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security is suited to those interested in the role of a systems administrator and/or a risk analysis consultant.

You will be introduced to computer security, encryption standards and cryptosystems, authentication mechanisms and risk and controls mechanisms.This program is delivered on campus;

some courses may be available online.

Structure

Stage A of Program

Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus
Case Studies in Cyber Security 12 INTE1122 City Campus
Introduction to Information Security 12 INTE1120 City Campus

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Courses:

Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus
Structures of Cyberspace 12 INTE2573 City Campus
Discrete Mathematics 12 MATH2415 City Campus

Select and Complete One (1) of the following Courses:

Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus
Programming Fundamentals 12 COSC2531 City Campus
IT Infrastructure and Security 12 COSC2737 City Campus
Governance and Change in Digital Business 12 INTE2412 City Campus
Coding for Cyber Communication 12 INTE1124 City Campus
Database Concepts 12 ISYS1055 City Campus

Entry requirements

Program Entry Requirements

An Australian Bachelor degree (AQF 7) or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution OR No formal qualification but a minimum of 5 years full time work experience in a related industry setting

International qualifications are assessed according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

English Language Requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

Learning outcomes

Please note that the following list of PLOs applies to MC159 Master of Cyber Security. Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate award will have developed knowldge, skills and their application in areas identified below but not at an AQF 9 program level. Importantly they will not have completed a significant research capstone experience.

Program Learning Outcomes Graduates of this program will:

1) International Orientation and Strategic Thinking

  • Demonstrate a strategic and practical overview of complex issues in cyber security.

2) Critical Analysis and Problem Solving

  • Evaluate cyber security risks across diverse service settings including the Internet and WWW based commerce systems, high bandwidth digital communications and funds transfer services,
  • Undertake professional careers or postgraduate research in cyber security or other IT related fields, acquiring the required information needed to identify real world solutions to real world cyber security problems.

3) Communication

  • Communicate effectively both technical and non-technical material in a range of forms (written, electronic, graphic, oral) and to tailor the style and means of communication to different audiences.

4) Ethical Values

  • Demonstrate an advanced ability to appreciate the ethical considerations that inform judgments and decision making in academic and professional settings.

5) Self-Management, Teamwork and Leadership

  • Work autonomously and effectively within and potentially as a leader of an interdisciplinary team.

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