New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Subject area
Security Science
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$6,872
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have attained internationally transferable industry-relevant knowledge and technical skills that will equip them to work in entry-level roles in the specialised field of cybersecurity, or to proceed to further study.
Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit from having cybersecurity professionals who have developed a security mindset and who are able to identify, mitigate and respond to cybersecurity risks and incidents, and help assure information and systems security, integrity and availability.
Graduates will be capable of operating within the applicable professional standards and practice, both independently and as part of a team.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Requirements New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support (Level 5) Or New Zealand Diploma in Information Systems (Level 5) Or New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) Or New Zealand Diploma in Software Development (Level 6) Or Completed the first year of an IT degree, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. English Requirements IELTS 6.0 Academic (no lower than 5.5 in any subtest). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,872 | $6,872 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$8,524 | $8,524 |
| Total | $15,396 | $15,396 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
85%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (03) 940 8669
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
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