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Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security from Charles Sturt University covers topics like digital forensics, hacking countermeasures, and cyberwarfare. It is delivered online in partnership with IT Masters, featuring industry experts.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Duration

0.5 - 1 years full-time

Study Mode

Online

Intake Months

Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Nov

Domestic Fees

$16,840 per year

About this course

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security from Charles Sturt University covers current topics in the field, such as digital forensics, the hacking countermeasures and cyberwarfare and terrorism.

This course is one of a series of unique online degrees that Charles Sturt University has developed in partnership with IT Masters. You'll be taught by leading industry experts who will equip you with the capabilities to address the contemporary issues and needs of the rapidly growing cyber security sector.

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution OR
Two years relevant work experience OR
Graduate Certificate in a related area.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security from Charles Sturt University covers current topics in the field, such as digital forensics, the hacking countermeasures and cyberwarfare and terrorism.

Gain specialised skills and knowledge by studying contemporary topics in cyber security that address the latest trends.

Our Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security allows you to focus entirely on building your cyber security skills. The course will also prepare you for the industry's most popular cyber-security certifications.

Delivered online, this cyber security course enables you to apply your learning and insight in real-time, having an immediate impact on your organisation. Learn in an interactive digital environment that offers flexible scheduling, close communication with your academics and peers, and video learning technologies.

Charles Sturt University is a leading provider in information technology and computer science, with strong expertise in cyber security research and a number of academics with research and industry background in this area. Our industry experts will equip you with the capabilities to address the issues and needs of the rapidly growing cyber security sector.

Career pathways

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security is designed to prepare you for a wide range of roles across the industry, including forensic computer analyst, information security analyst, penetration tester, security architect, IT security engineer, security systems administrator, IT security consultant and information security manager.

Course structure

Essential set (32 pts)Core subjectLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningITC506Applied IT Ethics8 credit ptsRestricted electivesGroup A: Academic subjects 8 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select One (1) subjects from the following:

ITC561Cloud Computing8 credit ptsITC568Cloud Privacy and Security8 credit ptsITC590Cyber Threat Intelligence8 credit ptsITC593Network Security and Cryptography8 credit ptsITC595Information Security8 credit ptsITC596IT Risk Management8 credit ptsITC597Digital Forensics8 credit ptsGroup B: Industry subjects 16 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learning

Select two (2) subjects from the following:

ITE512Incident Response8 credit ptsITE513Forensic Investigation8 credit ptsITE514Professional Systems Security8 credit ptsITE516Hacking Countermeasures8 credit ptsITE531Architecting Cloud Solutions8 credit ptsITE533Cyber Security Management8 credit ptsITE534Cyberwarfare and Terrorism8 credit ptsITE535Pen Testing8 credit ptsITI581Cyber Security Fundamentals8 credit ptsMGI521Professional Communications8 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.