Build a solid foundation in cybersecurity and launch your career

Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity and IT and explore more specialised subjects with our beginner microcredentials.

Gain a practical introduction to the field that will help you make decisions about your cybersecurity career goals and upskill in just two to four weeks. Our curriculum is designed for everyone, so you don’t need prior experience to take these short courses.

You can bundle specified 5- and 10-credit point (CP) microcredentials for credit toward La Trobe’s Bachelor of Cybersecurity.*

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5 CP – Cybersecurity Fundamentals

5 CP – Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Next start dateStart any time

Fees$300

Duration2 weeks

Hours of learning40

Delivery mode100% online**

Gain basic cybersecurity skills to protect data, defend against potential cyber attacks and build a solid foundation for further study in cybersecurity. With no background knowledge required, you can apply from any field.

Upon successful completion of this short course, you’ll be able to:

• Describe key emerging cybersecurity practices, regulations and standards.
• Demonstrate foundation skills in safeguarding data, systems and networks.