Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)

This qualification reflects a variety of information and communications technology roles where individuals have established specialised technical skills. Individuals in these roles carry out moderately complex tasks in a specialist field, working independently, as part of a team or leading a deliverable with others. They apply their skills across a wide range of industries and business functions or as a business owner sole trader contractor. The cyber security specialisation includes such skills as protecting sensitive data and information through security architecture, and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans.

Be at least 18 years of age.

Meet the following education requirements:

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Year 12 or equivalent; or

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a Certificate III qualification or equivalent or above.

Meet the following English requirements:

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Have an IELTS academic score of 6.0 or equivalent (test must have been taken be no more than 12 months ago). NOTE: English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:

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Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or

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Successful completion of at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course or above in an Australian education institution; or

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Successful completion of an Oxford English language placement test with an overall score of not less than Level B2 (Upper Intermediate).

Trinity Institute (Australia) also conducts an entry interview with all prospective students to confirm their details and ensure that the course selected is the most appropriate for their needs.