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University of Adelaide

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

  • Graduate Certificate

Cyber attacks are a serious threat-for governments, law enforcement agencies, companies and NGOs alike. Digital system breaches can have disastrous, even life-threatening impacts and cybercrime costs the world trillions a year.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Course Code
3GC113, 3GC120, 107538K
Intake Months
May, Jan, Sep
International Fees
$26,000 per year

About this course

Defend the digital domain

Cyber attacks are a serious threat-for governments, law enforcement agencies, companies and NGOs alike. Digital system breaches can have disastrous, even life-threatening impacts and cybercrime costs the world trillions a year. As a result, cyber security skills are in high demand worldwide, with thousands of jobs added yearly in Australia.

Study locations

North Terrace

North Terrace Campus

What you will learn

You will gain:

  • critical foundations on complex cyber security needs and considerations across multiple industries
  • high-level technical skills and the ability to apply them in real-world contexts, including in your intended or existing domain
  • the ability to critically analyse and evaluate relevant data and technology
  • the necessary foundation of skills and understanding to embark on work or further study in cyber security

Supporting the certificate's alignment with real-world workplace practice, all assessment will be project and assignment-based.

How will you study?

This program is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode-enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you. For further information, see the Degree Structure section.

Career pathways

You could help secure border protection authorities' surveillance plans. Keep large companies safe from industrial espionage. Or ensure online voting systems are tamper-free. For students without relevant experience or prior studies, the Graduate Certificate provides the perfect introduction to cyber security principles while also laying a strong foundation for further advanced study in the area.

Successful completion of the graduate certificate enables you to gain credit towards our Graduate Diploma and Master in Cyber Security.








Advance your career in Cyber Security

South Australia is becoming the cyber hub of Australia. Make your mark in the industry and develop your technical capabilities in securing the future for businesses and individuals.




  • Ranked #50 in the world for computer science and engineering^
  • Ranked #7 in the world for Artificial Intelligence*
  • Home of the world-leading Australian Institute of Machine Learning

* US Global Rankings, 2023
^ ARWU, 2022

Course structure

The Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security is ideal for those students who have a background/qualifications in another field and are looking to upskill in this exciting, high-demand area. The curriculum has been designed to include all of the necessary computer science foundations for students to succeed. Students with relevant qualifications or experience in computer science can apply for advanced standing*.

To qualify for the degree of Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, students must satisfactorily complete a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of no less than 12 units comprising:

  • Two core courses to the value of 6 units

  • Two elective courses** to the value of 6 units

*For further information, please contact one of our friendly program advisors.

**Unless exempted international students are required to take ENG 7057 Communication & Critical Thinking in lieu of an elective.



Study mode
This program is able to be studied in either part-time, standard full-time or accelerated mode-enabling you to undertake your studies at a pace and level of commitment that suits you.

  • Accelerated mode - 12 units (4 courses) per trimester
  • Standard full-time mode - 24 units (8 courses) per year
  • Part-time mode - 3 or 6 units (1 or 2 courses) per trimester
You can even choose the study load that works best for you at different times of the year.

Whatever mode you choose, our interactive blend of online and face-to-face learning supports you in fitting your study around other commitments-without compromising on authentic and immersive learning experiences.

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International students please note:
accelerated study modes are subject to visa conditions. Please contact one of our friendly program advisors for more information.