Diploma of Cybersecurity

The Diploma of Cybersecurity will equip you with the skills you need for an exciting career in cybersecurity. Designed, developed and delivered by industry, this course ensures you'll gain the practical, technical and theoretical skills that are in demand amid a global rise in cybercrime.

The course will develop your IT skills, with subjects including programming, data and networking, cloud computing, software engineering and cybersecurity principles. Our human-centric design focus makes this course unique and, upon graduating, you'll possess the ability to apply cybersecurity principles towards developing ICT solutions that consider ethical and social responsibilities.

This course has been co-developed with industry-leading ICT practitioners and academics, and is structured to meet the Australian Computer Society's Core Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and Cybersecurity Body of Knowledge (CyBOK).

Learning outcomes

• Examine the design and operations of modern computer systems, databases and networks

• Learn the fundamentals of preventative cybersecurity principles, programs and practices

• Understand cybersecurity requirements in designing innovative ICT solutions

• Apply cybersecurity principles in developing secure ICT solutions

• Learn to develop and present verified and validated software solutions for cybercrime prevention

• Learn to consider professional obligations, ethics and social responsibilities in line with ICT industry standards

Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.

Areas of Study: Computer architecture and operating systems, cybersecurity principles, data and networking, foundations of information systems, introduction to cloud computing, introduction to programming, introduction to software engineering, user experience design.

Career Opportunities: ICT Security Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Cybersecurity Engineer

Practical experience: When you study with Torrens University Australia, you will benefit from our extensive network of industry partners. You'll learn from industry professionals, gain invaluable insights and build key industry relationships.