Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security and Networking

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security and Networking equips students with the skills needed for careers in network design, administration, management, and security. Graduates are qualified for various roles in both public and private organizations, including network engineers, network administrators, and security consultants.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security and Networking is a practical program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in information technology, specifically focusing on network design, administration, management, and security. The program aims to provide students with a strong foundation in:

• Network design, administration, and management
• Security principles and practices
• Industry-standard certifications
The program is designed to be flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies to meet their individual career goals. Students can choose units to develop skills in areas such as:
• Security
• LAN and wireless network design
• Global network design
• Network management
The program also prepares students to sit for industry certification exams, including:
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Managing Cisco Network Security (MCNS)
• Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced (CSPFA)

Outline:

The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security and Networking consists of 24 credit points, divided into:

• Required Units (15 credit points):
• ICT521 IT Professional Practice (3 credit points)
• ICT546 Local Area Network Design and Implementation (3 credit points)
• ICT535 Scalable Network Design (3 credit points)
• ICT502 Applied Information Security Management (3 credit points)
• ICT508 Information Technology Project Management (3 credit points)
• Specified Elective Units (9 credit points):
• Students can choose from a variety of elective units, including:
• ICT519 Computer Security (3 credit points)
• ICT600 Cyber Forensics and Incident Response (3 credit points)
• ICT604 Security Architectures and Systems Administration (3 credit points)
• ICT612 Human Factors in Information Technology (3 credit points)
• ICT615 Information Technology Research Methods (3 credit points)
• ICT616 Data Resources Management (3 credit points)
• ICT619 Artificial Intelligence (3 credit points)
• ICT631 Advanced IT Study Project (3 credit points)
• ICT516 IoT Technopreneurship (3 credit points)

Teaching:

The program is taught through a combination of:

• Lectures: Provide students with a theoretical foundation in the subject matter.
• Practical exercises: Allow students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios.
• Case studies: Help students to understand how the concepts they are learning are applied in the real world.
• Group projects: Encourage students to work collaboratively and develop their teamwork skills.
The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in their field. The program also benefits from its collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that the curriculum is relevant to the needs of the industry.

Careers:

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security and Networking are well-prepared for a variety of roles in the information technology industry, including:

• Independent Network and Security Consultant
• Network Engineer
• Network Administrator
• Telecommunications Manager
Graduates can work in a range of public and private organizations, such as:
• Network service providers
• Banking and finance organizations
• Internet access is required for all students.
• Students may be eligible for advanced standing based on prior learning.