Graduate Diploma Computer Science Full Time

Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

at Victoria University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

103292D

CRICOS provider code

00124K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$38,200 total

Per year

A$38,200/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security at Victoria University in Melbourne prepares students to work in the growing field of cyber security. Over one year of full-time study, you will cover topics such as network security, information security management, cryptography, and ethical hacking. The course draws on expertise from local industry partners, giving students insight into security challenges facing Australian organisations in health, finance, government, and beyond.

This graduate diploma consists of units of study totalling the required credit points (refer to the official course guide for current information). The structure allows you to build technical and critical-thinking skills to identify, analyse, and solve cyber security issues. The course is offered at the postgraduate level, sitting above a bachelor but below a master’s degree in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Students study in small classes, with access to practical labs and simulation environments, and may have opportunities for industry projects or placements where available. The curriculum is designed for recent IT or computing graduates seeking specialist cyber security skills, as well as for professionals from other fields who want to enter or pivot to cyber security roles. As a student enrolled at an Australian public university, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during the teaching period on your student visa, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) under the post-study work stream. Refer to the official university website to confirm the unit selection, credit structure, and admission requirements.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Cyber Security Analyst positions in Australian companies and government
Information Security Officer roles in finance, health care, retail, and public sector
Network Security Specialist in consulting firms or managed service providers
IT Risk Analyst for regulatory or compliance-focused organisations
Cyber Security Consultant in the Australian technology industry

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security at Victoria University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$38,200 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Cyber Security Analyst positions in Australian companies and governmentInformation Security Officer roles in finance, health care, retail, and public sectorNetwork Security Specialist in consulting firms or managed service providersIT Risk Analyst for regulatory or compliance-foc...

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