Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Degree Level Postgraduate
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Start date
February
July
Campus
City West
Mawson Lakes
Duration
1 year(s) full-time
Mode
On-campus/Online
Program Code
LGIG
Fees
AUD$ 39,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
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CRICOS Code
110777B
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Entry requirements
To be eligible for admissions applicants are required to have:
- A completed Bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised higher education institute or equivalent;
OR
- A completed Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, or Graduate Certificate in Information Systems from a recognised higher education institution.
English language entry requirements
In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
Aim
The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) aims to develop cyber security professionals with knowledge and skills to advise stakeholders on the relevant cyber security standards, frameworks and guidelines to ensure compliance in complex IT environments.
Content & Structure
This 36 unit program will provide students with specialist knowledge and skills relevant to the field of cyber security. The first four courses are designed to build the underlying body of knowledge primarily in foundational information technology. The final four courses will focus on IT business practices, risk and governance, human factors and cyber criminal behaviour and network security.
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