With data breaches and cyber attacks occurring more and more often, companies are investing heavily in cybersecurity measures. Professionals with knowledge of cybersecurity and data protection are in high demand. If you’re interested in working in cybersecurity but have no IT or computer science background, the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing will put you on the right track.
Enhance your career prospects in cybersecurity by studying online or on campus with UNE, the only university to be awarded 5 stars for Overall Experience 17 years* in a row.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing with UNE?
One of the most important fields of study in Australia and internationally today is cybersecurity. With the rise of cloud computing and remote work, and the sophistication and increased frequency of cyber attacks, there has been a growing recognition for the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals.
The Australian Government has heavily invested in Australia’s national intelligence and cyber capabilities over the next 10 years, creating significant career opportunities in the cybersecurity industry.
At UNE, our specialist cybersecurity courses prepare you to work in this in-demand and highly skilled field.
The Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing 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.
Build your skills in computing and cybersecurity. With UNE, you can set your path to becoming a professional in the essential and growing field of cyber attack identification and prevention.
What makes our course different?
UNE’s Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing will ensure you graduate ready to work within Australia or internationally in the one of the highest growing employment sectors worldwide.
Gain immediately applicable knowledge to work in cybersecurity
Tailor your studies to match your career goals by selecting from a range of relevant units, including information privacy, network security, cloud security, cryptography, ethical hacking and more
Develop your problem-solving skills to design effective computing and cybersecurity solutions
Expand your project management skills if you choose to focus on the management of cybersecurity, privacy and prevention plans
Choose between studying on campus or online, full time or part time, allowing you to balance your studies with your other commitments
Progress your studies with the Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity or the full Master of Cybersecurity programs.
By choosing UNE, you will be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings in The Good Universities Guide for Overall Experience and Student Support.
*The Good Universities Guide, 2023.
Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
IELTS Academic
English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS Academic 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
The English Language Requirements for admission into this course require the minimum scores shown above. Test results must be attained within 2 years of the date of application for admission.
TOEFL
English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Computer-based test 213 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Internet-based test 79 N/A N/A 22 N/A
The English Language Requirements for admission into this course require the minimum scores shown above. Test results must be attained within 2 years of the date of application for admission.
PTE Academic
English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Pearson PTE (Academic) 57 50 50 50 50
The English Language Requirements for admission into this course require the minimum scores shown above. Test results must be attained within 2 years of the date of application for admission.
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
Fee type Cost
International $33,829*
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time $351
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.