Online Cybersecurity Short Courses Curriculum

Build a solid foundation in cybersecurity and launch your career

Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity principles and data security with our two online short courses.

Gain a practical introduction to the field that will help you make decisions about your cybersecurity career goals and upskill in just two to four weeks. Our curriculum is designed for everyone, so you don’t need prior experience to undertake these short courses.

5 CP – Cybersecurity Principles for Professionals

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Fees $850

Duration 2 weeks

Hours of learning 40

Delivery mode 100% online¹

Gain the fundamental cybersecurity skills to protect your data and defend yourself against potential cyberattacks. With no background knowledge required, you can apply from any field. Bundle with Cyber and Data Security for Professionals for $990 to pursue our professional entry option into the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity.*

Upon successful completion of this short course, you’ll be able to:

Apply principles of cybersecurity practices, regulatory frameworks, and industry standards
Exhibit advanced proficiency in protecting data, systems, and networks through cybersecurity techniques

10 CP – Cyber and Data Security for Professionals

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Fees $1,700

Duration 4 weeks

Hours of learning 80

Delivery mode 100% online¹

Compare cyber risk management approaches including digital forensics, application security and network security. Bundle with Cybersecurity Principles for Professionals for $990 to pursue our professional entry option into the Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity.*

Advancing on the learning outcomes in Cybersecurity Principles for Professionals, you’ll be able to:

Exhibit advanced proficiency in protecting data, systems, and networks through cybersecurity techniques
Analyse and contrast various methodologies for cyber risk management in addressing complex real-world challenges
Evaluate strategies for digital forensics, application security, and network security within cyberspace
Demonstrate comprehensive comprehension of data security, web security, and cryptography, along with remedies for addressing cyber threats

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