Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

The University of Queensland

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Qualification

.5 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$17714

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The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security provides a high level, global perspective on cyber security and information security fundamentals. Students learn about the major cyber security challenges facing the world, and a range of responses including technical, policy, organisational, governance and geo-political. Informed by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology’s NICE (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education) framework, the program brings a multi- and inter-disciplinary perspective to cyber security, with students learning how the broad range of skills and capabilities within the cyber security workforce interact. The qualification also is suitable as an entry pathway for students seeking to undertake further study in the area, including UQ's graduate diploma and master’s offerings in cyber security. Program structure The courses offered in the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#). Further study options Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security have the opportunity to progress into the following programs: Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security Master of Cyber Security Master of Cyber Security

For international students

an approved Bachelor Degree in any discipline with a GPA of at least 4.0 on a 7 point scale; or an approved Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in any discipline with a GPA of at least 4.0 on a 7 point scale; or Post-secondary study and 3 years relevant work experience. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience will be individually assessed. English Proficiency IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19. TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5. Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands. BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills. CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands. OET is not accepted.

.5 Years - Full time

Fee

A$26,880.00 (US$ 17,714) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

St Lucia Campus, 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia, BRISBANE, Queensland, 4072, BRISBANE, Australia

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The University of Queensland (UQ) is ranked in the top 50 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2019) which underlines its international standing as well as the high quality of its staff, researchers and alumni. Encompassing a significant range of internationally rated specialised research fields, the university offers researchers and students the opportunity for cross disciplinary collaboration.
UQ focuses on producing graduates who become leaders and positively impact society. With a UQ degree, students are highly sought-after international graduates and can be confident of paving the way to their future success.
Outside of the classroom, students can access UQ’s career resources, workshops and networking events to gain the competitive edge. UQ’s Student Employability Centre supports students to maximise their time at university and gain experiences that will enhance their employability. The award winning UQ Careers Team helps students plan their career and develop skills, offering workshops on how to find work, write a resume, excel in interviews, and more.
The Good Universities Guide 2019 rated UQ at the highest possible level for staff qualifications, student demand and teaching quality. UQ is also the recipient of the most national teaching awards, more than any other university in Australia.
UQ is one of the biggest institutions in Australia, with nearly 7,000 staff and over 52,000 students. UQ has approximately 18,000 international students from 135 different countries, making it a truly international university.
Support services at the institution include UQ Mates, which is a platform that brings like-minded students with similar interests together via a free social network. Student advisors are provided for international students, meaning that there is always someone to speak to.

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