Overview
Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Security is a comprehensive course for people who are keen to start a degree in cybersecurity.
In this course you will learn about:
- the key principles and concepts of cybersecurity in various professional and academic settings
- critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills specific to cybersecurity challenges
- technology to communicate intricate cybersecurity concepts to diverse audiences
- global perspectives in cybersecurity, aligning with international standards
- respect for and integrating Indigenous values, cultures and knowledge in cybersecurity practices
- collaborating in teams, working independently and fostering lifelong learning.
Upon completing this course, you’ll have the essential skills that are valued in today's technology-driven world, and you’ll be well-prepared for diverse roles in the cybersecurity and computing sectors.
This undergraduate certificate also offers a pathway (with credit points for units completed) into Curtin's Bachelor of Computing majoring in Cyber Security and other courses.
What you'll learn
- apply principles and concepts of cyber security in a variety of contexts relevant to further learning and/or paraprofessional work
- apply critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills relevant to cyber security to generate innovative solutions to problems
- use technology appropriately to communicate cyber security concepts to experts and non-experts
- consider global perspectives on cyber security and international cyber security standards
- demonstrate respect for Indigenous values, cultures and knowledges and consider Indigenous perspectives on cyber security
- work professionally in teams and independently, and demonstrate life-long learning skills
