Introduction to Cyber Security
Get ready to secure your digital footprint
Gain an introduction to the world of IT in workplaces, where routine cyber security practices are required.
Gain essential skills to jumpstart your career in cyber security.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
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Overview
Where Murdoch
When Semester 1, 2025
How Online
Learn the skills to secure your digital footprint whether it be for a small business or your own personal devices.
This skill set will give you an introduction to the world of IT in workplaces where routine cyber security practices are required.
Please note: This course is delivered over one semester or as a 10 week course starting at the beginning of each term.
- Understand and implement the fundamentals of protecting your own online identity
- Identify and respond to online security incidents
- Handle and store personally identifiable information in the workplace securely
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Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBXCS301 Protect own personal online profile from cyber security threats | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BSBXCS302 Identify and report online security threats | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BSBXCS303 Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.