New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity (Level 6)
Computer Science
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the specialist IT skills needed to protect business data and intelligence. This diploma prepares students for a career in cyber security with in-depth study of infrastructure, cyber methodologies, cybersecurity management, governance, and critical industry technologies.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Understand and apply security practices to protect information systems
Students will develop the skills to identify and mitigate risks to business data and information systems using industry-standard cybersecurity techniques.
Utilize contemporary cybersecurity tools and technologies
Students will learn to select and use appropriate cybersecurity tools and practices, including cryptography and technical controls.
Manage and assess cybersecurity protocols and policies
Graduates will acquire knowledge for implementing governance, compliance, and standards relevant to IT security and cybersecurity management.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity equips students with expert knowledge and practical abilities to address cybersecurity threats to businesses adopting networked technologies. The course spans topics such as infrastructure security, cybersecurity methods, technical management, cryptography, ethical hacking, data analysis, and includes a work-integrated learning project (potentially via industry placement). Graduates will have enhanced analytical, technical, and attention-to-detail skills, supporting immediate roles in IT security and further academic progression.
Course Content
- Information System Security
- Cryptography
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity Management
- Ethical Hacking and Testing
- Cybersecurity Data Analysis
- Cybersecurity Project (work-integrated learning)
What you need to know first
New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support (Level 5) OR
New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems (Level 5) OR
New Zealand Diploma in Software Development (Level 6) OR
Completion of the first year of an IT degree or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience
Consent to disclosure of criminal history and relevant professional memberships
Provide a 5-year work history and names of 2 referees
Alternative entry available for those with equivalent tertiary study skills/experience
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information Technology
Cybersecurity
Digital Technologies
Future employment opportunities might be
Cybersecurity analyst
IT support specialist (security focus)
Technical cyber risk advisor
Middle management roles in IT security (with experience)