Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity
PostgraduateTUA-GCC-GCE2025
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Become an ethical cybersecurity professional
Expand your ability to apply IT skills and knowledge in practical ways. Gain confidence in the ever-evolving Industry 4.0 environment. You’ll explore industry-leading software and work on corporate servers. Designed to meet ACS guidelines.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 6 months full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 4
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Analyse and explain cybersecurity operations and their impact on society.
- Learn to develop human-centric ICT products with the application of contemporary software security and cybersecurity features.
- Gain an understanding of cybersecurity standards and practices.
- Learn to demonstrate ethical and professional leadership in supporting digital businesses.
Learn to apply your skills and knowledge in practical ways within the ever-evolving Industry 4.0 environment. This qualification teaches you the in-demand human-centric solutioning skills that employers are seeking within the industry, while you gain an understanding of the continuously changing environment and the crucial nature of ethical and professional decision-making in a cybersecurity context.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 6 months full time, 12 months part time.
Recommended study pattern
The course structure comprises of 4 core subjects over levels 400 and 500, as follows:
- Level 400: 2 mandatory core subjects (20 credit points)
- Level 500: 2 mandatory core subjects (20 credit points).
Award requirements
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity, students must complete 40 credit points over 4 subjects as outlined in the course structure above. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points.Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative total fee $15,600
The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.
Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
- Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
Your fundamental cybersecurity and IT skills and knowledge will enable you to enter the growing field of ICT security professionals. The Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity also provides an alternative entry path for further study into the Master of Cybersecurity courses.
Potential career paths include:
- Cybersecurity Engineer
- Chief Security Officer.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
Computer Network Professionals | $93K to $120K | Up 12.9% |
Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists | Over $120K | Up 45.1% |
ICT Security Specialists | N/A^ | N/A^ |
^ There is no data available