Undergraduate Certificate in Network Security

• Use physical networking equipment and network simulators

• Monitor network security and apply cyber security tools

• Apply programming languages such as Python to develop abstract thinking and problem-solving ability

• Set up and deploy virtual machines

• Apply best practices and techniques in cryptography

• Complete an undergraduate certificate in 15 weeks

• The ability to identify common cyber security threats such as malware and social engineering attacks

• The skills and knowledge to gain employment in the industry as a cyber and network security specialist

• The ability to sit for recognised industry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Administrator

• An extensive range of established industry contacts and a strong network of peers

• Recognition of prior learning for the Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber & Network Security). The 4 subjects studied in the Undergraduate Certificate will be recognised and credited towards the the bachelor's qualification, with a fee deduction.

You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

• A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent or

• A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent or

• A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification

You must also:

• Submit additional information with your application, including a one page statement of purpose (describing your background, IT experience and motivation to study) and a questionnaire that will be supplied to you

• It is also possible that you will need to attend an interview. This additional information will be assessed to determine your suitability for entry. Where there are more applicants than study places available, this information will be used to rank your application

• Have general mathematics knowledge to HSC level or equivalent before entering the course, or you may be required to undertake a bridging program or preparatory course

Note:

• Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising office

• Some experience in and knowledge of information technology

• A strong interest in any information technology related area

• Computer and digital literacy

• A personal computer and access to the internet