Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
(Cyber Security)

There are a total of 16 units to complete the course. This includes 6 core units and 10 elective units. Some of the units of this course are listed below:

Core Units

• BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving
• BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
• BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
• ICTICT608 Interact with clients on a business level
• ICTICT618 Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
• ICTSAD609 Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment

Elective Units

• ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
• ICTICT522 Evaluate vendor products and equipment
• ICTCYS612 Design and implement virtualised cyber security infrastructure for organisations
• ICTICT617 Lead the evaluation and implementation of current industry specific technologies
• ICTNWK537 Implement secure encryption technologies
• ICTNWK546 Manage network security
• ICTNWK556 Identify and resolve network problems
• ICTCYS604 Implement best practices for identity management
• ICTCYS606 Evaluate an organisation’s compliance with cyber security standards and law
• ICTCYS608 Perform cyber security risk assessments

General Entry Requirements

All applicants seeking to enrol at the NeXgen Institute of Australia (NIA) must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

• Age Requirement:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.

• Academic Requirements:

For Certificate III and Certificate IV courses: Completion of equivalent to Australian Year 10 qualification.

English Language Proficiency (International Students)

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

• IELTS: Minimum overall band score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old).
• Education in English: Evidence of at least 5 years of study in an English-speaking country.
• Previous Study in Australia: Completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification at an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) within the last 2 years.
• Other English Language Tests: Equivalent scores in recognised tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge English. Results must also be within 2 years from the test date.

To verify equivalency to an IELTS score of 6.0, use the comparison tools provided at: Compare IELTS Scores

Numeracy Skills Requirement

Applicants must also satisfy the course-specific numeracy requirements, which may be assessed through:

• A language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test conducted by NIA, or
• Equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating sufficient numeracy competence.

Course-Specific Requirements

Some courses may have additional requirements, such as:

• Work placement prerequisites (e.g. police checks, vaccinations, working with children checks).
• Physical capacity to complete tasks specific to the industry (e.g. for cookery, healthcare, or construction courses).
• Portfolio submission, interview assessment, or prior program completion may be required for selected courses or specific qualifications.

• Offshore Student Tuition Fee: $AU 24,000.00 (This fee excludes the material and enrolment fees)

Graduates will be equipped to apply their skills across industries as:

• Cyber Security Consultant
• Cyber Security Support Officer
• Cyber Security Penetration Tester
• Cyber Security Para-Professional
• Network Support Officer

This course also serves as a pathway to advanced standing at university or can complement a future bachelor's degree. It supports recognition of prior learning and is aligned with AQF standards for an Australian qualification.