Study Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security at the University of South Australia (UniSA). Information for Australian students.

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This degree is only available to Australian students

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Start Date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
0.5 year(s) full-time

Program Code
LCCY

SATAC Code
4GC106 (Internal)

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Mode
On-campus/Online

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission an applicant must hold:
- a completed Bachelor degree or higher from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- a minimum of three years professional work experience in business or information technology.
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Degree overview

Study at the No.1 university in SA for I.T. facilities¹and learning resources in I.T.².
On-campus and online study options available.
Learn to assess and plan security measures to help protect an organisation from security breaches and attacks on its networks and computer systems.
Suitable for business and IT professionals with basic computer skills that are looking to gain expertise in all elements of policy, risk mitigation and information security.

¹ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2021-22, Computing and Information Systems – Learning Resources Indicator (Postgraduate). SA public universities.

²ComparED (QILT) Student Experience Survey 2021-22, Computing and Information Systems – Learning Resources Indicator (Postgraduate). SA public universities.

Snapshot

Join a rapidly growing industry tasked with protecting critical IT infrastructure and information.

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security focuses on cyber policy, in particular governance, risk, and compliance, and is designed to meet the demand for cyber security professionals within both public and private organisations.

The substantial growth in cyber security spending in Australia has led to the workforce expanding by about 4,000 since 2017. Growth in jobs in cyber security has far outpaced the national average. Strong job creation in cyber security is likely to continue, with 7,000 more jobs expected to be added to Australia's economy by 2024¹.

This program is suitable for students from any background / discipline, as well as information technology professionals seeking to gain specialist skills. You will develop an understanding of computer networks and in-depth knowledge in cyber security policy and governance, with an emphasis on analysing business information security needs to develop a resilient corporate technology posture.

You will gain the skills to assess and plan security measures to help protect an organisation from security breaches and attacks on its networks and computer systems.

You’ll also develop a balanced organisational and technical perspective of the principle elements of cyber security, and become proficient in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the governance aspects of security in a large organisation.

If you finish this qualification and want to do further study, consider going on to the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Cyber Security) or the Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security).

On-campus teaching for this program is based at the Mawson Lakes campus. Only 20 minutes from the city centre with easy parking. The Mawson Lakes campus is also accessible by bus and train with the Mawson Lakes train station only a short walk.

¹AUSTRALIA'S CYBER SECURITY SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS PLAN, 2021, Australian Cyber Security Growth Network.

What you'll learn

You will develop an understanding of computer networks and in-depth knowledge in cyber security policy and governance with an emphasis on analysing business information security needs to develop a resilient corporate technology posture.

You will gain the skills to assess and plan security measures to help protect an organisation from security breaches and attacks on its networks and computer systems.

Degree structure

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
Course name Security Principles	Area and cat no. INFS 5115	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Network Infrastructure	Area and cat no. INFT 5032	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Risk Management and Governance	Area and cat no. INFS 3083	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Human Factors and Cyber Criminal Behaviour	Area and cat no. INFS 4021	Units 4.5	Reference

Study hours

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects, as well as to contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12–26 hours of study when at university and 14–28 hours of independent study per week.

Global opportunities

Enrich your studies and your life – make overseas study part of your qualification. You may have the option to undertake an exchange, short-term program or study tour overseas while you study. We have links with universities worldwide, as well as a range of travel grants available to make going overseas much more accessible.

You can choose short-term or semester-long study from a range of universities and countries depending on your area of study and cultural interests.

Take a look at the global opportunities available.

Why Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

This program is suitable for business and other professionals with basic computer skills, and IT professionals looking to gain skills on all elements of policy, risk mitigation and information security.

UniSA is dedicated to creating strong IT leaders through its industry relevant programs which combine real-world experience with the expertise to succeed. Our qualifications are designed to reflect what employers tell us they want and expect of graduates.

In SA, UniSA has partnered with Optus to establish a Cyber Security Research and Collaboration Hub at Lot Fourteen to educate Australia’s next generation of cybersecurity and data science specialists. The alliance will deliver multi-disciplinary education courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students, along with the creation of a joint research and innovation fund to develop and attract innovation to South Australia. Further information is available here.

Real-world connections

Many of our lecturers are industry practitioners who apply professional practice, highly relevant industrial experiences and practical case studies to their teaching. You may also discover that most of your peers are mature professionals with considerable and continuing practical experience and insights to share.

UniSA is also home to several research institutes, concentrations and centres which inform our curriculum, including:

We also host regular University-wide career expos and employment forums through our Career Service, as well as alumni events in Australia and overseas.

Online study

Part, or all, of this degree can be studied online. This means that you can:

study online, including accessing videos and course resources
participate in an interactive online learning environment
submit your assignments and get feedback online
use discussion forums for team work and communication

With interactive online course materials and a 24/7 learning environment, you can organise your study to suit your lifestyle.

Please note that for some degrees, some on-campus attendance (such as to attend seminars, workshops or examinations) and/or placements may apply. Any applicable requirements will be detailed on individual course pages.

Career outcomes

Your career

Cyber security is seen as a national priority area with high demand and a significant skill gap.

As an area of national priority in Australia's commitment to remain safe and competitive in an increasingly digital world, The Commonwealth Government is providing Commonwealth supported places (CSP) to support students undertaking higher education in order to help Australians to retrain and upskill in national priority areas.

Graduates of this program have the skills and expertise required for employment as cyber security professionals within both private and public sector organisations of any size. Typical cyber security roles include:

Associate Cyber Security Analyst
Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Governance Analyst
Information Security Analyst

Industry facts

The Australian cybersecurity market is expected to be valued at AU$8.5 billion by 2024 with Australia's cyber maturity ranked second in the Indo-Pacific

(International Trade Administration 2022)

Database & System Administrators & ICT Security professionals is expected to strongly grow with 29,100 jobs (or 38.9 per cent) by 2026

(Labour Market Insights 2022)

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Your study experience and support

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and spaces that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Student services

Our student services provide you with all the support you need at university. You can access a full range of support services including academic and personal counselling, career advice, social support services, as well as those through our student association, USASA. When you become a UniSA student, you can also contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and more.

24/7 digital environment

Our learnonline facilities include a personal learning environment with virtual classrooms, lecture recordings, emails, learning support, administration, library access and results. The environment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can tailor your learning to your life. We are continually investing in innovative digital technologies for a high-quality student learning experience.

Your campus

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with modern facilities including lecture theatres, libraries and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments.

Your program director

I completed my PhD at UniSA in high performance computing. My teaching passion is in networking and infrastructure concepts and one of my career highlights has been getting the Internship program with DXC Technology off the ground and ensuring it is a continuing success.

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