Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security and Advanced Networking)
ICT50220
Duration: Up to two and a half years
Price: $4,450 up front | $205.38 per week (payment plan) | Gov. funding if eligible
How it works: Study online. With a difference.
Start date: Immediately, or whenever you’re ready.
Entry requirements: No formal prerequisites | RPL available | Some equipment needed
Qualification type: Diploma
Choosing Monarch for your studies means stepping into the forefront of the cyber security field, with a Diploma of IT (Cyber Security and Advanced Networking).
Choosing Monarch for your studies means stepping into the forefront of the cyber security field, with a Diploma of IT (Cyber Security and Advanced Networking).
Multi-award winning training provider
Access to eduLAB Virtual computer labs
Learn tools and technologies
Free AISA membership
Course Summary
Choosing Monarch for your studies means stepping into the forefront of the cyber security field, with a Diploma of IT (Cyber Security and Advanced Networking). This course offers cutting-edge training designed to combat digital threats, equipping you with skills highly sought after in today's tech-driven world.
It's not just about theory; it's about applying what you learn in simulated real-world scenarios, ensuring you're job-ready. Plus your FREE membership to the Australian Information Security Association (AISA) will provide training, industry events, resources, and a network of professionals at your fingertips
Take the plunge and get in touch with one of our friendly Course Consultants today.
Advanced networking and cyber security specialists are in high demand. With your unique skillset, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this fast-paced and constantly evolving industry.
Diploma graduates may be eligible for a range of different mid-level and lead developer positions.
Key opportunities include:
Network security specialist
Network security engineer
Cyber security analyst
Cyber security specialist
Assistant systems administrator
Information technology analyst
This course is designed to be completed within 12-30 months.
There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated and well organised can complete the full course at an accelerated pace.
The key factors that influence course completion are a student’s experience, time availability, how fast they work and how committed they are!
More than online
You’ll get:
Easy-to-follow course materials
Videos and webinars
Heaps of support from your course trainers (phone, email, Zoom)
A dedicated admin team on hand to guide you
Online assessments
Student Facebook group
How does it work?
This course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility. Study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, out in the park – wherever and whenever you like. The best part is, with Monarch Institute, ‘online’ doesn’t mean ‘alone’. You’ll be backed by our trainers at every step along the way.
What support will I get?
Your trainer will be happy to contact you via phone, Zoom, or email (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm). So you definitely won’t feel alone. You’ll also have access to our student Facebook groups, so you can discuss the material with other students. It’s a handy way to stay in touch with trainers and others in the same course.
The experts who design and deliver our courses (click back to Course trainers to meet some of them) have developed an assessment framework that’s uniquely designed to help you gain a deep understanding of the material.
Assessment formats include:
Case studies
Short-answer questions
Workplace scenarios
Projects
Roleplays: video self-recording and upload of the file
Immediately, or whenever you’re ready.
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"Content is easy to follow with a lot of practices to ensure you’re familiar with the task and good student support whenever you have questions"
- Luciana Ikin, Monarch Institute graduate
Entry Requirements
There aren’t any formal prerequisites. But to make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:
Once we receive your enrolment, our friendly course consultants will touch base to undertake a pre-training review to ensure the training is right for you.
For students without an equal or higher-level qualification, there’s a short language, literacy and numeracy quiz you complete online.
You should have basic skills and understanding of MS Word and Excel.
We may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills you’ve gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. To find out more, refer to our Student Information Handbook or get in touch with one of our friendly Course Consultants.
We recommend access to the following equipment to successfully complete the course.
A laptop or PC with:
2 GHz or faster processor
Quad Core CPU
8GB of RAM
200GB of Storage
Operating System: Windows 10
Monitor: 21 inch (dual monitor preferred)
Google Drive or Dropbox account recommended for storage
Microsoft Office (2016 or later)
Access to the internet (minimum ADSL 2+)
Access to a smart phone, video camera or web camera
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Pathways
With a Diploma in IT (Advanced Networking and Cyber Security), you can start working straight away. On top of technical skills, you’ll have the confidence and study skills needed to stay on top of your professional development. Or you could keep your options open and continue studying at university level, with a Bachelor-level qualification in ICT or cyber security. Some universities even offer advanced placement (course credit) for units you complete in your Diploma, cutting time off your degree.
It’s best to check with the university of your choice before enrolling in a Diploma with Monarch Institute.
Module 1
Foundation skills
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
ICTNWK424 Install and operate small enterprise branch networks
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
ICTPRG430 Apply introductory object-oriented language skills
Module 2
Cyber Security
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
Module 3
Networking
ICTNWK559 Install an enterprise virtual computing environment
ICTSAS518 Install and upgrade operating systems
ICTNWK557 Configure and manage advanced virtual computing environments
ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
Module 4
Incidents and testing
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICTNWK536 Plan, implement and test enterprise communication solutions
ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers
Module 5
Leadership skills
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTNWK529 Install and manage complex ICT networks
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
Multi-award winning training provider
Monarch is a multi-award winner, including ‘Training Provider of the Year’ award at the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) 2024 LUCA Awards.
Access to eduLAB Virtual computer labs
Monarch has proudly partnered with eduLAB to create interactive virtual computer labs to further enhance your learning journey. This means you can test out your new cyber skills in a simulated real-life setting.
All of our virtual labs have been custom built for Monarch students, and are designed to be completed 100% online on all browsers and computers.
Free AISA membership
We’ve partnered with Australia’s peak cyber security industy body, the Australian Information Security Association (AISA) so that you can get access to training, industry events, resources, and a professional community. AISA supports career growth and keeping members current with digital safety and security trends.
Nationally recognised
The course is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. You can use it as a pathway to further studies, including university degrees.
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If you live in Victoria, you may be eligible for government funding for this course. Find out more here.