Intake dates
| Term 1 Intake | Midterm Intake 1 | Term 2 Intake | Midterm Intake 2 | Term 3 Intake | Midterm Intake 3 | Term 4 Intake | Midterm Intake 4 | |
| 2025 | 13 January | 17 February | 14 April | 19 May | 14 July | 18 August | 13 October | 17 November |
| 2026 | 12 January | 16 February | 13 April | 18 May | 13 July | 17 August | 12 October | 16 November |
| 2027 | 11 January | 15 February | 12 April | 17 May | 12 July | 16 August | 11 October | 15 November |
| 2028 | 10 January | 14 February | 10 April | 15 May | 10 July | 14 August | 9 October | 13 November |
| *The Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) does not have midterm intakes. | ||||||||
Course Requirements
Qualification
English Language
Minimum Age
Completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification (Diploma in Information Technology in Cyber Security)
IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum of 5.0 in each band or equivalent
18 years of age
Course Duration
Total CRICOS Duration
Contact Weeks
104 weeks (24 months)
80 weeks (20 hours per week x 80 weeks – 1600 hours, including part blended learning)
Course Structure
| Nº | UNIT CODES | UNIT NAMES | TYPES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | Core |
| 2 | BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| 3 | BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Core |
| 4 | ICTICT608 | Interact with clients on a business level | Core |
| 5 | ICTICT618 | Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | Core |
| 6 | ICTSAD609 | Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment | Core |
| 7 | ICTCYS604 | Implement best practices for identity management | Elective - Cyber security specialisation |
| 8 | ICTCYS606 | Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with cyber security standards and law | Elective - Cyber security specialisation |
| 9 | ICTCYS608 | Perform cyber security risk assessments | Elective - Cyber security specialisation |
| 10 | ICTCYS612 | Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations | Elective - Cyber security specialisation |
| 11 | ICTCYS601 | Create cyber security standards for organisations | Elective - Cyber Security Network Operations |
| 12 | ICTCYS602 | Implement cyber security operations | Elective - Cyber Security Network Operations |
| 13 | ICTCYS611 | Configure security devices for organisations | Elective - Cyber Security Network Operations |
| 14 | BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality | Elective - Project Management |
| 15 | BSBPMG536 | Manage project risk | Elective - Project Management |
| 16 | ICTNWK549 | Design ICT security frameworks | Elective - Network Security |
Course Requirements
Qualification
English Language
Minimum Age
There is no minimum qualification required for entry into this course
IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum of 5.0 in each band or equivalent
18 years of age
Course Duration
Total CRICOS Duration
Contact Weeks
104 weeks (24 months)
80 weeks (20 hours per week x 80 weeks – 1600 hours, including part blended learning)
Course Structure
| Nº | UNIT CODES | UNIT NAMES | TYPES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts | Core |
| 2 | BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Core |
| 3 | BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team | Core |
| 4 | ICTICT517 | Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation | Core |
| 5 | ICTICT532 | Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments | Core |
| 6 | ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems | Core |
| 7 | ICTSAS526 | Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans | Elective - Cyber security |
| 8 | ICTCYS407 | Gather, analyse and interpret threat data | Elective - Cyber security |
| 9 | ICTSAS524 | Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan | Elective - Cyber security |
| 10 | ICTCYS610 | Protect critical infrastructure for organisations | Elective - Cyber security |
| 11 | ICTCYS613 | Utilise design methodologies for security architecture | Elective - Cyber security |
| 12 | ICTWEB513 | Build dynamic websites | Elective - Front end web development |
| 13 | ICTWEB514 | Create dynamic web pages | Elective - Front end web development |
| 14 | ICTWEB527 | Research and apply emerging web technology trends | Elective - Web design and development |
| 15 | ICTICT518 | Research and review hardware technology options for organisations | Elective - Advanced IT Support |
| 16 | ICTICT526 | Verify client business requirements | Elective - Advanced IT Support |
| 17 | ICTDBS505 | Monitor and improve knowledge management systems | Elective - Database and data management |
| 18 | ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | Elective - Business management |
| 19 | ICTICT523 | Gather data to identify business requirements | Elective - Business management |
| 20 | ICTPMG505 | Manage ICT projects | Elective - Project management |
Course Requirements
Qualification
English Language
Minimum Age
There is no minimum qualification required for entry into this course
IELTS 5.5 or higher with a minimum of 5.0 in each band or equivalent
18 years of age
Course Duration
Total CRICOS Duration
Contact Weeks
52 weeks (12 months)
40 weeks (20 hours per week x 40 weeks – 800 hours, including part blended learning)
Course Structure
| Nº | UNIT CODES | UNIT NAMES | TYPES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BSBINS401 | Analyse and present research information | Core |
| 2 | BSBWHS309 | Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes | Core |
| 3 | VU23215 | Test concepts and procedures for cyber security | Core |
| 4 | VU23217 | Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation | Core |
| 5 | VU23220 | Develop and carry out a cyber security industry project | Core |
| 6 | VU23223 | Apply cyber security legislation, privacy and ethical practices | Core |
| 7 | ICTICT443 | Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | Core |
| 8 | VU23213 | Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security | Core |
| 9 | ICTNWK546 | Manage network security | Elective - Cyber security |
| 10 | ICTPRG434 | Automate processes | Elective - Cyber security |
| 11 | ICTNWK435 | Create secure virtual private networks | Elective - Cyber security |
| 12 | ICTNWK537 | Implement secure encryption technologies | Elective - Cyber security |
| 13 | ICTNWK538 | Install and maintain valid authentication processes | Elective - Cyber security |
| 14 | ICTNWK544 | Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT networks | Elective - Cyber security |
| 15 | ICTPRG435 | Write scripts for software applications | Elective - Cyber security |
| 16 | ICTSAS440 | Monitor and administer security of ICT systems | Elective - Cyber security |
Career Outcomes
| Certificate IV | Diploma | Advanced Diploma |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Cyber Security Analyst | IT Business Analyst | Cybersecurity Analyst |
| IT Security Analyst | IT Support Technician | IT Security Specialist |
| Cyber Security Assessor | Web Developer | IT Security Consultant |
| Database Administrator | Network Security Engineer | |
| IT Project Administrator |
