University of Canberra
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Elevate your technical knowledge in cyber security,
Course overview
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security offers a comprehensive qualification that will prepare you to protect our digital landscape. Taught with an Australian perspective, you’ll explore the nuances of local, national and international threats and how to navigate them.
You’ll be able to tackle one subject at a time over a longer semester (minimum 9 weeks). With our unique structure, you can breeze through the course part-time in just 12 months. With an average of just 10 hours of study per week, you'll maintain a work-life balance with UC's online learning.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
8th June, 2026
10th August, 2026
15th February, 2027
7th June, 2027
9th August, 2027
What you will study
Students must pass 12 credit points from the units listed below to complete the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security. Each unit is valued at three credit points.
- Principles of Modern Cyber Attacks and Defence
- Cyber Security Compliance and Risk Management
- Digital Infrastructure Security
- Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies for Cyber Security
Entry requirements
- Applicants must have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field qualification to be eligible for UC's Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security.
Visit our Academic entry requirementspage for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applicants must have an Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field qualification to be eligible for UC's Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security.
Visit our Academic entry requirements page for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Learn threat detection, mitigation, and how to apply attack frameworks and leverage data intelligence to spot and stop cyber threats in their tracks.
- Boost your organisation's digital resilience by mastering cyber security governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
- Stay on the cutting edge by exploring the latest in quantum computing, AI, zero trust, the internet-of-things, social engineering and cryptography to stay ahead of cyber threats.
- Learn to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders in cyber security.
- Master the art of effective communication, ensuring swift responses to cyber incidents that align with your organisation’s established processes.
- Industry approved: this course has been developed in collaboration with Cisco and offers students access to globally and local renowned talent via guest
Career outcomes
A postgraduate cyber security qualification from UC can open doors to an exciting range of career paths in the rapidly growing field of cyber security. With the skills and knowledge gained from this course, you could pursue future cyber security jobs such as:
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Incident Response Specialist
- Information Security Consultant
- IT Governance Specialist
- IT Security Auditor
- Risk and Compliance Officer
- Security Architect
- Security Consultant
- Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst
Fees and CSP
Fee per unit in 2026: $1,192 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Full-course fee in 2026: From $4,768 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per the unit you're enrolled in.
- Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.