Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity

The Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity has been designed for students who wish to deepen their computer science and cybersecurity knowledge by focussing on identifying, demonstrating and diagnosing flaws in software systems such as web applications and internet-based services.

This course will build on a student’s cognate undergraduate STEM-based qualifications or relevant industry.

Key features of this course includes industry-supported project-based-learning with close alignment to practice in the anti-virus, penetration testing and web security industries.

The Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity is an exit point from the Master of Cybersecurity for students only wanting a Graduate Certificate qualification in cybersecurity.

To qualify for the Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity, students must complete seven units (100 credit points) as follows:

• 6 core academic units (75 credit points)
• 1 core project-based learning unit (25 credit points)

A standard annual full-time load comprises 100 credit points and a part-time load comprises 50 credit points.Maximum Academic CreditThe maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity is 50 credit points (normally four units)

Units of study

COS60007 Creating Web Applications and Databases TNE60003 Introduction to Network Programming ICT60001 Operating System Management TNE60006 Networks and Switching CYB70001 Cyber Ethics COS80013 Internet Security CYB80001 System Security Project

* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.

• a bachelor degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline, or
• a non-STEM bachelor degree, plus three years industry experience in the web development, cybersecurity, software development or related fields, or
• five years industry experience in the web development, cybersecurity, software development or related fields.

• demonstrate a coherent understanding of the concepts and practices within the field of Cybersecurity, and to apply this as an effective member of diverse teams in a professional context
• identify cybersecurity threats and apply appropriate tools and techniques to classify and mitigate those threats
• demonstrate critical thinking and judgment by completing Cybersecurity projects with industry relevance
• communicate information proficiently to technical and non-technical audiences
• take responsibility for their own learning, and manage their own time and processes effectively, both individually and as an effective member of diverse teams.

This program produces graduates who:

• capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
• entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
• effective and ethical in work and community situations
• adaptable and able to manage change
• aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing.