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About the course
The Graduate Diploma of Cyber Security at Swinburne builds advanced, practical capability to help protect organisations from cyber threats. You’ll develop skills in core security concepts, risk-aware practices and the application of contemporary tools and techniques, with learning grounded in real-world industry needs. This graduate diploma provides a focused postgraduate pathway into specialist cyber security roles within the IT domain. The programme deepens expertise in software architecture, data systems, and emerging technologies for advanced IT leadership.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles supporting cyber defence and security operations across industry and government, helping teams prevent, detect and respond to incidents. Typical pathways include cyber security analyst, security operations (SOC) team member, incident response support, vulnerability or risk-focused roles, and governance/compliance support. This graduate diploma prepares you for professional cyber security work in the broader IT & Computer Science sector. Preparing graduates for senior software engineering, data leadership, cybersecurity, and technology consultancy roles.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
