Postgraduate Coursework
Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
2020
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The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (Cyber Security) complements your other information technology qualifications and allows you to specialise in cyber security in the modern world.
You will apply your knowledge in practical activities giving you the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders.
Career opportunities
Graduating from this course may lead to career as an ICT security specialist, network security analyst or security officer.
Credit transfers & pathways
Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Course fees
Both Commonwealth supported places (CSP) and fee paying places are available for this course. If you would like to apply for a CSP use the SATAC code 1GC035. If you would like to apply for a fee paying place you will need to use the SATAC code 1GC535.
Commonwealth supported places
Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:
(a) Australian Citizenship; or
(b) a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident visa holder who will be resident within Australia for the duration of the unit.
2019: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments and 2019 HE Units and Fees.
2020: Information about fees and charges for 2020 will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
Non-Commonwealth supported places
Full fee paying places are available in this course.
2019: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments and 2019 HE Units and Fees.
2020: Information about fees and charges for 2020 will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
International tuition fees
The annual tuition fee for full time study of 80 credit points (1.0 EFTSL) for commencing students in 2020 is AUD.
These fees are subject to annual increases each year of your study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.
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This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
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Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Course structure
The course consists of four core units that will prepare you with the necessary IT skills so that you are prepared for work when you graduate.
The course stresses both the importance of theory and the application of theory in practice through projects and practical exercises.
You can study a Graduate Certificate of Information Technology (Cyber Security) online or on campus. Access to the internet is required for distance learning, with access to high speed broadband highly recommended.
- 2020 HE unit offerings will be published on 1 October 2019.
- 2020 HE unit fees will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
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Core Units (4 units) |
40cp |
Compulsory Core units totalling 40 credit points as detailed below.
PRT571 Asset Security and Risk Management |
| 40cp | Total Credit Points |
Students who commenced in or after 2013
The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Graduate Certificate AQF Level 8 course award.
Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Study plan
- 2020 HE unit offerings will be published on 1 October 2019.
- 2020 HE unit fees will be published no later than 1 December 2019.
- Always refer to the Course Catalogue for the latest information about your course prior to enrolment.
Students commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| PRT571 Asset Security and Risk Management | CO | PRT572 Communications and Network Security Engineering | CO |
| PRT574 Security Assessment in Software Development | CO | PRT573 Identity Access Management and Security Operations | CO |
Students commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to reduce or vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective |