New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity (Level 6)
Computer Science
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the specialist IT skills needed to protect business data and intelligence. This diploma prepares students for a career in cyber security with in-depth study of infrastructure, cyber methodologies, cybersecurity management, governance, and critical industry technologies.
NZ$9,304
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand and apply security practices to protect information systems
Students will develop the skills to identify and mitigate risks to business data and information systems using industry-standard cybersecurity techniques.
Utilize contemporary cybersecurity tools and technologies
About This Course
The New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity equips students with expert knowledge and practical abilities to address cybersecurity threats to businesses adopting networked technologies. The course spans topics such as infrastructure security, cybersecurity methods, technical management, cryptography, ethical hacking, data analysis, and includes a work-integrated learning project (potentially via industry placement). Graduates will have enhanced analytical, technical, and attention-to-detail skills, supporting immediate roles in IT security and further academic progression.
Course Content
- Information System Security
- Cryptography
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity Management
- Ethical Hacking and Testing
- Cybersecurity Data Analysis
- Cybersecurity Project (work-integrated learning)
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support (Level 5) OR
New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems (Level 5) OR
Build towards these roles
Cybersecurity analystIT support specialist (security focus)Technical cyber risk advisorMiddle management roles in IT security (with experience)
Build skills in these industries
Information TechnologyCybersecurityDigital Technologies
