Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

About

Cyber security involves the creation, analysis, testing and operation of secure computing devices, computer networks and applications. It relies on technology, people, information and processes to enable secure operations in the context of adversaries.

The Graduate Certificate in cyber security includes four core subjects: python programming for cyber security, databases and security, cyber security risk and risk management, and web security. 

This degree provides a solid foundation which will help you to solve practical cyber security problems and learn how to keep pace with innovations in cyber security technology.

These advanced courses lead to specialist roles such as ethical hacker/penetration tester, digital forensics analyst, cryptographer, security consultant, security architect, information security manager or chief information security officer.

Applicants who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security will receive 24 credit points of specified credit into the Master of Computer Science (Cyber Security).

Admission criteria

• A recognised bachelor's degree.

OR

• managerial/professional experience equivalent to three years full-time; or
• general work experience equivalent to seven years full-time.

Fees and charges

This course will be offered as a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder.

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.

^ Fee column represents an annual amount unless the course duration is less than one year and the amount then represents the full cost of the course.

Australian Government financial assistance

University of Wollongong scholarships and financial assistance

Equity Scholarships through UAC

Further information

Read the full course details on the University of Wollongong website.

Visit the University of Wollongong website or call 1300 FOR UOW (1300 367 869).

the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences website.
Email the faculty via UOW Future Students.