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Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity provides advanced technical knowledge and practical skills to address a rapidly growing area of national importance. You’ll build capability across core cybersecurity and computing subjects, then tailor your learning through specialist electives. Designed for professionals seeking to strengthen technical expertise or transition into cybersecurity roles, this course offers a focused postgraduate qualification in IT & Computer Science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles focused on protecting systems, networks and data across government, finance, technology and critical infrastructure. Potential pathways include cybersecurity analyst, security engineer, incident response or threat analyst, security operations centre (SOC) roles, and governance/risk/compliance support positions. This Graduate Diploma develops applied, job-relevant skills for professional practice in cybersecurity within the broader IT & Computer Science sector.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$57,900 per year

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Full Fee Paying: A$40,700

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)

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GNCYBSEC1000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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