DURATION
3 years (minimum)
FEES
EMIs from ₹19,632, 0% financing available
STUDY INTAKES
October, February, April, July
UNITS
24 (4 week segments)
Earn a degree from a top university online in just three years
VU has been ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024.
Start an exciting career
Cyber security is expected to maintain its 0% unemployment rate, with an opening of over 1.5 million jobs in India alone.
Qualify quicker
Earn a Higher Education Diploma in Information Technology after only one year of study. Set yourself apart with a strong qualification while continuing to complete your degree.
Study at your pace
Study online at your own pace and master one subject at a time - while still graduating in just 3 years - with the award-winning VU Block Model.
The Cyber Security specialisation enables you to build on these foundations to develop in-depth knowledge of data security and advanced IT skills. Subjects covered include fundamentals of cyber security, cyber security technologies (i.e. digital signature, firewalls, intrusion detection and data encryption), cloud security and cyber security laws and regulations.
Through real-world scenarios, you’ll study digital forensics techniques and learn to think like a hacker to analyse vulnerabilities. Industry-relevant capstone projects led by expert faculty will give you the practical experience and confidence to investigate digital criminal activity and work with organisations to increase their network protection.
With hands-on experience in the field, you’ll graduate ready to assist law enforcement in investigating digital crimes and implement organisational network protection.
DOWNLOAD BROCHURE
- cyber security specialist
- cyber security consultant
- network security engineer
- enterprise security engineer.
GET MORE OUT OF YOUR DEGREE WITH THE AWARD-WINNING VU BLOCK MODEL
As an online student with VU, you’ll experience the award-winning VU Block Model, a smarter, more engaging way to study, where you focus on one subject at a time over four-week ‘blocks’.
Studying in small, interactive classes, you’ll focus deeply on each topic without the stress and distraction of multiple subjects at once. The VU Block Model has improved results and student achievement since it was introduced in 2018.
EARN A BUILT-IN HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Year One of your Bachelor of Information Technology will focus on core subjects, meaning you’ll finish the first year with a Higher Education Diploma in Information Technology. In under 12 months, you’ll have a strong qualification to add to your CV as you continue to work on your degree.
With an introduction to essential IT subjects, including programming, web development and database systems, alongside a focus on project management and communication skills, the diploma will set you up for success in the rest of your studies and career. You can graduate with the diploma or continue on to complete your degree.
COURSE STRUCTURE AND SUBJECTS
To successfully graduate from VU’s online Bachelor of Information Technology, students are required to complete 288 credit points:
- 120 credit points of Core units + the Higher Education Diploma in Information Technology
- 72 credit points of subjects from the Mobile and Cloud Service Development specialisation
- 96 credit points of specialisation studies:
- Digital Forensics and Ethical Hacking
- Server Administration and Management
- Cyber Law Policy and Professional Ethics
- Data Privacy and Cyber Physical Systems Security
- Enterprise Network Management
- Security Operations and Vulnerability Analysis
- Data Analytics for Cyber Security
- Virtualization in Computing
WHAT ARE CREDIT POINTS?
‘Credit points’ are the value that each subject contributes towards your Bachelor of Information Technology course. Most subjects at VU are 12 credit points towards the 288 total credit points you need to graduate from this program.- 0% financing through GrayQuest with easy EMIs
- monthly payments from ₹19,632
- limited-time scholarship up to 45%.
- Fill out our application form (an enrolment advisor can walk you through it in real-time on the phone)
- Upload your documents:
1. Final degree certificate - HSC, CBSE, ICSE, AISSC or any other standard xii certificate
2. Secondary/high school marksheet
3. Marksheet(s)/official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities attended for students wishing to apply for transfer credits
4. Aadhaar card or PAN card
- Proof of English proficiency if necessary
- Make your first payment to hold your seat and set up your payment plan.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
In order to qualify for VU’s undergraduate programs, you must meet the following criteria:- You must have graduated from an accredited high school with a result of at least 60%.
- Applicants are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency to be considered for admission. Applicants can prove eligibility as outlined in our admissions process.
- Evidence of having completed a minimum 2 years of academic study in the medium of English no more than 2 years prior to commencing.
- If an applicant has completed academic study in the medium of English more than 2 years prior to commencing, the applicant must provide evidence of completing an approved English language proficiency test.
- Flexibility to study whenever works. With access to the classroom 24/7, you can continue to work and enjoy family time while studying when suits you best.
- Affordable international education. Enjoy the benefits of studying at an award-winning Australian university without the costs of travel, housing or international student fees.
- Global and local focus. Curricula designed by industry experts in Australia and taught by Indian professors with localised knowledge of the subject and career opportunities.
- Personalised academic and career support. With small class sizes, our faculty provide individual support and lead weekly live sessions – Read more about our career benefits here.
By specialising in Cyber Security, you’ll gain state-of-the-art skills and knowledge in one of IT’s fastest-growing sectors.
You’ll also automatically earn a Higher Education Diploma of Information Technology when you complete the first year of your degree. Gain a valuable qualification to add to your CV in under 12 months.
* Cybersecurity Jobs Report: 3.5 Million Openings In 2025. Cybercrime Magazine (viewed online on 28 Nov, 2022).
HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS
The diploma program helps me to understand the units better before I enter my bachelor degree. Plus, with the block model, I'm able to focus on just one unit at a time.
Erenk
Diploma of Information Technology (IT)
As a student mentor at VU, I make lots of friends and have amazing opportunities for networking.
Anjila
Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major)
Landing in a job in my desired field right after finishing my course at VU has been one of my greatest achievements in life.
Amit
Bachelor of Information Technology
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