Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity
Cyber attacks and data breaches have been growing in frequency over recent years, with attackers using more and more sophisticated techniques. With the rise of cloud computing and remote work, organisations need increasing amounts of data which requires robust security and privacy measures. Now is the time to build or strengthen your future in the in-demand field of cybersecurity with the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity with UNE.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity with UNE?
The Australian Government has heavily invested in Australia’s national intelligence and cyber capabilities over the next 10 years, creating significant career opportunities in government, businesses and community organisations.
At UNE, our specialist cybersecurity courses prepare you for immediate work in this in-demand and highly skilled field. Whether you are up-skilling from a career in IT or computer science or already work in the field and want to broaden your skills and prospects, our postgraduate courses will set you on the right path.
Our Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity will give you a solid foundation, helping you to graduate with an in-depth knowledge and advanced understanding of the theoretical foundations of cybersecurity, as well as a range of technologies used in the field. You will also gain an understanding of the differences in cultural, legislative and regulatory cybersecurity and privacy frameworks in Australia and internationally.
Enhance your skills as a cybersecurity professional in the essential and growing field of cyber attack identification and prevention.
Campus Information
Armidale
Living in Armidale you will experience the best of both city and rural living. Enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle with access to shopping, gourmet food, top sporting facilities and cultural delights all for a fraction of the price you'd expect to pay in a major city. You can live in the heart of Armidale or experience the tranquility of New England on a rural property.
Sydney
UNE Sydney (formerly Parramatta FutureCampus) is an innovative learning hub providing students with access to student support, workshops, tutorial rooms, study areas, conferencing facilities, and online learning technologies.
Intakes
- Feb
- June
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
With heavy investment in cybersecurity in both the public and private sector, ensure you are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to advance your career. Depending on your chosen topics of study, you will graduate from our Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity ready to work in a range of possible fields:
Cyber or Information Security Officer
Personal Data Protection Officer
Cybersecurity Systems Architect
Cybersecurity Consultant
Security Analyst
Information Security Engineer
Security Specialist
Security Risk Manager.
Other career information
Demand for qualified cybersecurity professionals is growing exponentially, with the Australian Government investing heavily in the sector — an additional 7000 jobs are expected by 2024. According to seek.com.au, graduates can expect annual salaries between $95,000 and $115,000 for an information security analyst position. Job prospects internationally are also strong, with almost half of Australian cybersecurity businesses exporting globally.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
A candidate shall:
(a) hold an AQF Level 7 four year pre-service teaching qualification of a recognized Australian University or tertiary institution (or overseas equivalent as assessed by Australian Education International National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR)); or
(b) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree and an AQF Level 7 or Level 8 or Level 9 one or two-year pre-service teaching qualification of a recognized Australian University (or overseas equivalent as assessed by AEI-NOOSR); or
(c) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in eLearning or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Comparative Education) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Gifted and Talented: Teaching for High Potential) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Literature and New Literacies) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or the Graduate Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education or the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Australian Education or the Graduate Certificate in International Schooling, Education and Development or the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership or the Graduate Certificate in Special Education or the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages award of the University of New England*; or
(d) hold the AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in Education Studies of the University of New England; or
(e) hold an AQF Level 7 non-initial teacher education Bachelor degree and an AQF Level 8 degree of Bachelor with Honours or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of a University in a non-relevant discipline**; or
(f) hold a minimum AQF Level 7 Bachelor degree or overseas equivalent as assessed by AEI-NOOSR, and satisfy the School by the provision of evidence (by providing a Statement of Service on company letterhead documenting a minimum two years' full-time equivalent relevant teaching experience) of adequate preparation for candidature**; and
(g) comply with the University's English Language Requirements for Admission Rule.
*Candidates admitted under Rule (c) who hold the Graduate Certificate in eLearning or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (TESOL) or the Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages may specialize in the same or different area or not specialize. Candidates admitted under Rule (c) who hold the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Comparative Education) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Gifted and Talented: Teaching for High Potential) or the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Literature and New Literacies) or the Graduate Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education or the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Australian Education or the Graduate Certificate in International Schooling, Education and Development or the Graduate Certificate in School Leadership or the Graduate Certificate in Special Education must choose a different specialization or not specialize.
**Candidates admitted without a pre-service teaching qualification shall not be permitted to undertake the following specializations: Indigenous Australian Education or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL-EAL/D).
English language tests
UNE accepts students who have either:
An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic overall score of at least 6.5, with no sub-band less than 6.0.
A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test OR at least 79 in the internet-based test. You must receive a rating of no less than 22 in the written component.
A Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.
To be eligible, you must have received your English language test score within two years of the date of application for admission to UNE.
- Course Code: 113713E
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
17376 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 40 AUD