Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)

This course can be a great choice for:

• People looking to kickstart or advance a dynamic and well-paid career in cyber security
• People seeking a pathway to a Bachelor of Cyber Security
• International students looking to learn IT while studying at a supportive, welcoming and conveniently located Sydney CBD campus
• Graduates of the Diploma of Information Technology who wish to build more advanced IT skills and increase their career options

As a graduate of this qualification, you’ll also have the option of going on to complete a Bachelor of Cyber Security at ACBI’s sister college, AIBI Higher Education. You’ll receive advanced standing and 70 credit points. This means you’ll already be part of the way towards your degree when you complete your Advanced Diploma. For more information on our higher education pathways, our friendly Course Advisors are here to help. Fill out this form to get in touch.

You’ll gain hands-on skills and practical experience with a range of hardware and software tools including:

• Virtual software such as Oracle Virtual Box
• Operating systems such as Ubuntu Linux and Kali Linux
• Intel based personal computers and servers
• Security tools such as firewalls, antivirus and antimalware
• Apache Web Server
• Microsoft Active Directory
• Cisco network hardware including switches and routers)
• Cisco Packet Tracer along with GNS3 for network security exercises

Yes! As a graduate of this course, you’ll be able to enter a Bachelor of Cyber Security at ACBI’s sister college, AIBI Higher Education. You’ll receive advanced standing and 70 credit points. This means you’ll already be part of the way towards your degree when you complete your Advanced Diploma. Completing a Bachelor of Cyber Security can be a great way to deepen your IT skills. As part of this degree, you’ll develop your understanding of areas such as IoT security, digital forensics, cybergovernance, cloud security and applied cryptography. Having a Bachelor of Cyber Security under your belt can also open the door to more advanced cyber security roles. For example, graduates of the Bachelor of Cyber Security may pursue careers such as being a Penetration Tester, Cyber Security Specialist or Cryptographer. For more information on our higher education pathways, our friendly Course Advisors are here to help. Fill out this form to get in touch.

When you choose to study an Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) at ACBI you’ll enjoy:

• Being taught by experienced trainers – Our trainers have a wealth of both teaching and IT experience.
• A pathway to an undergraduate degree – As a graduate of this course, you can gain entry to the Bachelor of Cyber Security.
• Excellent student support – Be supported throughout your student journey. From study plans to interactive online sessions, you’ll be supported to succeed at your studies.
• A convenient Sydney CBD location – ACBI’s Sydney CBD campus is a short walk from Central Station and is close to a range of public transport options.

Great question! Many of our students choose to study the Diploma of Information Technology followed by an Advanced Diploma of Information Technology. The Diploma of Information Technology builds specialised skills in web development while also developing your IT knowledge in other areas. For example, it builds skills in virtual computing environments, database management, mobile applications and dynamic websites. This course takes 18 months to complete. Studying a Diploma of Information Technology can be a good choice if you’re looking to specialise in web development, or are seeking a pathway to an Advanced Diploma or a Bachelor of Cyber Security. On the other hand, the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology can be a good choice if you already have some IT skills and are looking to specialise in cyber security, IT management or telecommunications network engineering. This course takes 2 years to complete and opens the door to more senior job opportunities than the Diploma of IT. As a graduate of ACBI’s Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security), you can also can entry into a Bachelor of Cyber Security at AIBI Higher Education. You’ll gain up to 70 credit points towards your degree. For advice on which course(s) might best suit your individual needs, connect with a Course Advisor.

We do. When you study at ACBI, you can choose to pay upfront or with a flexible payment plan. For advice on what options might best suit your individual situation, connect with a Course Advisor.

Yes, combining the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology with another qualification is an excellent way to boost your skills and make yourself more attractive to employers. You can apply to enrol in two or more qualifications at ACBI, studying one after the other. Simply select your desired courses when completing your online application form. We recommend packaging the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) with one or more of the following courses:

• Diploma of Information Technology (Web Development)
• Diploma of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Good question. ACBI offers three versions of the Advanced Diploma of IT:

• One focused on IT management
• One specialised in cyber security, and
• One specialised in telecommunications network engineering

The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (with a management focus) can be a good choice if you’re looking to build a blend of business and IT skills that can enable you to work in a role like being an IT Manager or IT Project Manager. On the other hand, choosing an Advanced Diploma of IT with a specialisation in cyber security or telecommunications network engineering will help you develop more technically-focused, practical IT skills. For advice on which course might best suit your individual needs, connect with a Course Advisor.

Yes! If you’re looking to upskill or reskill your employees, ACBI can help. We can customised learning and assessment materials to match your workforce’s needs. We can also offer a range of partner pricing and tailored delivery options. For advice on IT training that might best suit your organisation’s needs, connect with a Course Advisor.

Our friendly Course Advisors are here to help. Simply fill out this form and an advisor will get in touch with you.