Diploma of Cyber Security

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Fee type for this course: Full fee

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Overview

Gain highly valued skills to combat hackers and digital scammers by studying for the Diploma of Cyber Security at Victoria University.

As cyber threats continue to evolve, businesses and governments urgently need skilled professionals to safeguard their data and systems. With a significant shortage of qualified individuals, now is the ideal time to start your career in cybersecurity.

A Diploma in Cyber Security provides the foundational skills and knowledge required to identify, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. You'll be well-prepared to enter the workforce, having gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge security technologies and practices, including:

ethical hacking
digital forensics
network security
threat analysis
vulnerability assessment
incident response.

You will graduate with theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to advance your career opportunities. Whether you're a recent graduate or considering a career change, this qualification is your gateway to secure, entry-level positions in an industry essential to the modern world.

If you complete this diploma, you will be eligible for a guaranteed place in the second year of the Bachelor of Cyber Security at Victoria University.

: With more and more companies adopting cloud services and storage, valuable data and information systems are increasingly under threat from hackers and industrial spies.
Beyond just accessing information, hackers can penetrate enterprise networks, encrypt the hard drive of computers and extort the organisation or computer owners to pay for unlocking the system.
Globally, cyber security is expected to have an annual growth of over 20% in the next five years.
: Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®, where you complete one subject at a time over four weeks, rather than juggling several at once.
Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your future career.
You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.
Learn more about the VU Block Model®
: Our experienced academic staff have a strong track record in cyber security research, providing you with a modern, up-to-date course.
The course has been designed in collaboration with experts in the cyber security industry to ensure you have insights into the latest developments in this field.
: To prepare you for professional challenges, we have created a simulated work environment where you will learn to assess risk and control cyber-security threats.
You will be given real-world problems to solve, as sourced from industry. With a hands-on approach to cyber security, you will gain expertise in network security, ethical hacking, and incident detection and response.
Through these practical experiences, you will develop the ability to assess, manage, and mitigate cyber-security threats, and graduate ready for a successful career in the field.
: Our Diploma of Cyber Security follows a hybrid learning model and is delivered through a combination of on-campus (in-person) classes 2 days a week and online classes 1 day per week.
You'll be able to access resources and complete activities online, prior to attending face-to-face sessions, where your learning will be consolidated.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

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Commonwealth supported place

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is subsidised by the government, reducing it to the amount listed here. Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens will qualify for a CSP place. If your course is not Commonwealth supported, or you don't qualify, you'll pay full fees.

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