Course Overview

About This Course

Open new career possibilities in cyber security with the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security at Victoria University. This course will prepare you to be an IT security professional with specialised expertise in cyber security. Learn from experienced academic staff and guest lecturers with current experience and a strong track record in cyber security research. VU degrees are internationally recognised and enhance career opportunities within and outside Australia. Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®. Instead of juggling several units at once, you’ll complete two units over 8 weeks (full-time), or just one if you’re studying part-time.

In addition to our undergraduate and postgraduate courses, we also have strong partnerships with leading companies in the industry. These include but not limited to AWS, Cisco, Microsoft and Oracle. Victoria University is an academy for a multitude of certification courses from these leading industries. This means, as our students, you will have the opportunity to study certification courses taught by seasoned lecturers and research academics within the IT discipline with discounted certification examination fees. For more details, please visit the following links and contact your course chair.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

Victoria University City Campus, 364-378 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Indicative fees for full-time student (2026): AU$9,537 per year | Indicative fees for full-time student (2027): AU$9,880 per year

Duration

1 year full time or longer for part time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

International students:

You may also be eligible for course 'credits', where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline OR Completion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline PLUS IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

cyber security specialist
cyber security consultant
cloud security engineer
network security engineer

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units8 units

NIT6130

Introduction to Research

Year 1, Semester 1 — 12 credit points

NIT5110

Networking Systems

Year 1, Semester 1 — 12 credit points

NIT5081

Fundamentals of Cyber Security

Year 1, Semester 1 — 12 credit points

NIT5082

Cloud Security

Year 1, Semester 1 — 12 credit points

NIT5000

AI Assisted Project Management

Year 1, Semester 2 — 12 credit points

NIT5084

Cyber Security Law, Regulation and Policy

Year 1, Semester 2 — 12 credit points

NIT6083

Security and Risk Management

Year 1, Semester 2 — 12 credit points

NIT6150

Advanced Project

Year 1, Semester 2 — 12 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What facilities are available for Cyber Security students at Victoria University?

VU hosts the high-tech Cyber Security Training Centre at St Albans Campus, operated in partnership with Cisco Systems, which prepares students for high-demand roles protecting business and personal information from cyber attacks.

Does Victoria University have industry partnerships relevant to Cyber Security?

Yes, Victoria University has partnerships with Cisco Systems (for the Cyber Security Training Centre) and Microsoft (for the Datacentre Academy), providing students with access to industry-relevant training and practical skills development.

What makes Victoria University stand out for computing and IT courses?

Victoria University is ranked top 3 for computer science, is in the top 3% of universities worldwide, is ranked #1 for skills development (QILT), and delivers courses through the award-winning VU Block Model® in high-tech facilities in collaboration with the Institute for Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities.

Are there pathways available if I don't meet the entry requirements for a Cyber Security course at VU?

Yes, if you don't yet meet the entry requirements to get into your chosen computing or IT course, VU offers study pathways to help you get there.

What have past VU Cyber Security students gone on to achieve?

Past students such as Adriano have gone on to become IT leaders, noting that 'VU's TAFE courses give students the hands-on advantage. Every class I did was applicable to my career,' while Daniel transitioned from retail to a career in cyber security through VU TAFE.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Upcoming Intakes

09 February 2026

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $95,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $130,000 to $165,000 per year

Career Paths

Cybersecurity AnalystPenetration Tester / Ethical HackerSecurity Operations Centre (SOC) AnalystDigital Forensics InvestigatorInformation Security Manager

Key Skills

Network security architecture and configurationEthical hacking and penetration testingDigital forensics and cybercrime investigationThreat intelligence analysis and risk assessmentIncident response and business continuity planning

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Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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