Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security (Online)

Duration

As little as 16 months
Courses

8 courses
Study intakes

January, March, May, July, Sept and October
Study mode

100% Online
Program code

5649

Completion time dependent on individual study path, RPL, leave and course availability. Please speak to a Student Advisor for more information.

What you will study

The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security program comprises eight online courses, with the option of selecting from a Security Management and Leadership or Security Engineering specialisation.

The Graduate Diploma program consists of four foundation courses, three specialisation electives, and one elective of choice. 

To find out more about each course download the program guide

 

 

Career pathways 

Take advantage of the worldwide demand for cyber security professionals with the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security. In this 100% online program, you will gain a deepened understanding of current and emerging trends in cyber security and the technical skills to secure networks.

Download your program guide to find out more about how the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security can align with your career aspirations to prepare you for a successful and diverse career.

Download guide

 

 

A Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security from UNSW will expand your career opportunities on a global and domestic level. You may pursue roles such as:

 

FOUNDATION COURSES
  • Data Security and Privacy 
  • Cyber Security Ethics 
  • Principles of Security Engineering 

+ 1 Elective Course from the below list:

  • Cyber Operations
  • Cyber Risk and Resilience
  • Cyber Management and Governance
  • Cyber Threats and Crime
  • Cyber and the Law
  • Digital Forensics
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cloud Security
  • Fundamentals of Coding: C and Assembler

The UNSW Online experience

We are here to support you, every step of the way, to graduate from one of the world’s leading universities. Our online learning environment has been designed to seamlessly fit into your already busy schedule and you’ll be able to access course resources on any device, at any time.

Our academics are some of the best in the world and, even though you’re studying online, you can expect your learning experience to be the same high standard as that of our on-campus students.

Throughout your study journey, you will be able to turn to your Student Success Advisor, who is committed to assisting you from enrolment through to graduation. They are on-hand for all non-academic queries by phone or email.

You will also have access to Career Success – a curated, self-paced module that provides a framework for thinking about, and taking action to implement, an effective career plan. Through Career Success, you will have access to tools like Career AI (powered by VMock) and CaseCoach, and guides on crafting the perfect LinkedIn profile, resume, and cover letter.

 

 

 

 

SPECIALISATION COURSES

Specialisation Electives

SECURITY MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Study all core (3 core) - Data Security and Privacy, Cybersecurity Ethics and Principles of Security Engineering + Specialisation.


Core Component:
Students must take at least 4 courses, maximum of 5 courses: 

  • Cyber Operations
  • Cyber Risk and Resilience
  • Cyber Management and Governance
  • Cyber Threats and Crime
  • Cyber and the Law


Cyber Electives:
Students can take a maximum of 2 courses:

  • Digital Forensics
  • Advanced Penetration Testing
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cloud Security
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Fundamentals of Coding: C and Assembler
  • Operating System Fundamentals for Security
  • Non-Domain Elective: 
    With the permission of the Program Convenor, students may substitute up to 6 UOC elective with any other postgraduate course offered in one of the UNSW Online Programs.

 

SECURITY ENGINEERING
Study all core (3) courses: Data Security and Engineering, Cybersecurity Ethics and Principles of Security Engineering.
+ Security Engineering Specialisation


Core Component:
Study at least 4 courses, maximum of 5 courses:

  • Cyber Operations
  • Digital Forensics
  • Advanced Penetration Testing
  • Penetration Testing​
  • Cloud Security
  • Fundamentals of Coding: C and Assembler
  • Operating System Fundamentals for Security


Cyber Electives:
Students can take a maximum of 2 courses:

  • Cyber Operations
  • Cyber Risk and Resilience
  • Cyber Management and Governance
  • Cyber Threats and Crime
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Cyber and the Law
  • Non-Domain Elective: 
    With the permission of the Program Convenor, students may substitute up to 6 UOC elective with any other postgraduate course offered in one of the UNSW Online Programs.
Prerequisite courses
  • Foundations of Cyber Security is a prerequisite for Advanced Penetration Testing, Big Data Management, Cloud Security, Cyber Management and Governance, Cyber Operations, Cyber Risk and Resilience, Cyber Threats and Crime, Cyber and the Law, Data Security and Privacy, Digital Forensics, Security Management and Leadership Capstone Project, Operating System Fundamentals, Penetration Testing, Reverse Engineering and Security Engineering Capstone Project.
  • Penetrating Testing is a prerequisite for Advanced Penetration Testing

Should you choose to pursue a Master of Cyber Security upon the successful completion of your Graduate Diploma, the following prerequisites must be considered:

  • Operating System Fundamentals for Security is a prerequisite for Digital Forensics and Reverse Engineering.
  • Fundamentals of coding: C and Assembler is a prerequisite for Operating System Fundamentals and Reverse Engineering.

Entry requirements

There are two specialisations to choose from in this program - Security Management and Leadership or Security Engineering. Please refer to your chosen specialisation to find out more about the entry requirements.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. Study plans and completion times might vary depending on elective choice, RPL, leave and subject availability. For more information, speak with a Student Advisor.

Security Management and Leadership
  1. Have completed the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security (or equivalent) with a minimum WAM of 65; OR 
  2. Have completed a Bachelor degree or higher level qualification in a cognate discipline to the selected specialisation* with a minimum WAM of 65

*ZZENAS Security Management & Leadership cognate disciplines may include Science, Engineering, Business, Leadership, and Policy.

Security Engineering
  1. Have completed the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security (or equivalent) with a minimum WAM of 65; OR 
  2. Have completed a Bachelor degree or higher level qualification in a cognate discipline to the selected specialisation* with a minimum WAM of 65

*ZZENBS Security Engineering cognate disciplines may include Science, Engineering, and other degrees with substantial computing, mathematics, and/or statistics courses

 

 

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