Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security – RMIT

Graduate Certificate Cybersecurity Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

096093G

CRICOS provider code

00122A

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

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$22,080 total

Per year

A$44,160/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security at RMIT University offers practical skills for identifying, analysing, and addressing cyber threats in today’s connected environment. Over 26 weeks, students study core units covering network security, cryptography basics, risk management, and threat detection. Content is delivered through coursework that balances theoretical understanding with real-world scenarios and industry case studies.

Courses at this level are structured around individual units of study, each with their own credit points that count towards the qualification. At RMIT, teaching draws on industry insights from the Melbourne technology sector, helping students understand the types of threats and defences used in the Australian context. While this certificate does not require a research thesis or capstone project, students will often complete practical exercises and collaborate on group tasks modeled after real security incidents.

Participants build skills such as vulnerability assessment, incident response, and information assurance, alongside an understanding of Australian privacy requirements and legal frameworks. The course suits early-career IT professionals, science graduates, or those changing careers who need focused training to step into a cybersecurity role or progress in their organisation.

International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon meeting the requirements. Admission requires evidence of English proficiency, with further details available on the official page. Outcomes and credit points conform to Australian higher education standards.

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 in Australian business, finance, or government
Information Security Officer in technology or healthcare organisations
Network Security Support in managed service providers or corporate IT teams
Risk and Compliance Assistant in public or private sector
IT Support with a focus on cyber incident response

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security at RMIT University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$22,080 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Cyber Security Analyst in Australian business, finance, or governmentInformation Security Officer in technology or healthcare organisationsNetwork Security Support in managed service providers or corporate IT teamsRisk and Compliance Assistant in public or private sectorIT Suppor...

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