Higher Certificate in Information Systems: Cyber Security

Higher Certificate in Information Systems
Programme Type: Higher Certificate
SAQA ID: 120688
Faculty: Technology
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Programme Overview

Next Start Dates Based on applicable nearest academic block start dates.
Supported Campuses Campuses listed are where this programme is offered. For online modes, campuses are access points for student services only.
Duration Duration varies by study mode.
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Programme details

The fourth industrial revolution also referred to as industry 4.0 is a new phase in the industrial revolution that also focuses heavily on Cyber Security. Information technology security (also known as Cyber Security) is the protection of computer systems, networks, programs and data from unauthorized access or attacks that are aimed for exploitation. It also includes activities to protect the
usability, reliability, integrity and safety of the network.

The Higher Certificate in Information Systems: Cyber Security is a career focused qualification that is intensive but also broad. It provides you with the fundamental and technical knowledge as well as the applicable skill set in Computer Hardware, Networking Technologies, Security, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Analysis and Advanced Security Practices.

Entry Requirements Important

South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Higher Certificate pass.
Or a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council of General and Further Education and Training with a Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Higher Certificate pass.
Or a Certificate of evaluation on a minimum NQF level 4 for foreign qualification issued by SAQA.
Or a letter or certificate confirming an exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf) for any other school-leaving results.
Or completion of a Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, Higher Certificate or equivalent.

Pricing

From R58 209 (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

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The career choices for you as a Higher Certificate in Information Systems: Cyber Security graduate include junior positions in:
  • A+ Preparation
  • Support Specialist
  • Desktop Support Analyst
  • Help Desk Technician
  • Computer Technician
  • Network+ Preparation
  • Network Administration
  • Network Analyst
  • Network Support Specialist
  • Systems Administrator
  • Security+ Preparation
  • IT Auditor
  • Security Specialist
  • Security Engineer
  • Security Administrator
  • Penetration Testing
  • Penetration Tester
  • Security Analyst
  • Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
  • Network Security Operations
  • Cyber Security Analysis
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Vulnerability Analyst
  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • Security Engineer
  • IT Security Analyst
  • SOC Analyst
  • Advanced Security Practices
  • Security Architect
  • Technical Lead Analyst
  • Application Security Engineer
YearModules
Year 1

A+ *
SecurityX**
Computer Literacy (Microsoft)
CySA+ (Cyber Security Analysis) ***
Linux Administration
Linux Operating System
Network+ ****
PenTest+ (Penetration Testing) *****
Personal Skills Development
Security+ ******
Wireless Networks and Security
*       
A+ (CompTIA Certification Voucher)
**   SecurityX (Optional CompTIA Voucher)
***  CySA+ (Cyber Security Analysis) (Optional CompTIA Voucher)
**** Network+ (CompTIA Certification Voucher)
*****  PenTest+ (Penetration Testing) (Optional CompTIA Voucher)
****** Security+ (CompTIA Certification Voucher)
Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE)
Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)

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International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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