Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security

About this Course

This coursework degree is designed to meet the demand for cyber security professionals in government, law enforcement, and industry.

The course engages with, and provides a pathway for, information technology professionals seeking to commence or further progress their careers in the cyber security domain. It is also relevant to those seeking to enter the IT profession who have no previous experience in the cyber discipline.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate Award.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)

  Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares students for careers in the field of cyber security, including areas such as, cyber security advisor, cyber security analyst, cyber security consultant, and security systems administrator.

Possible future job titles

Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Officer, Technical IT Security Officer, Information Security Auditor, Information Security Analyst, Cyber Security Consultant, Software Auditor

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

• Master of Cyber Security