ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security and AI)
Future-proof your career - develop the skills to protect networks, manage cloud platforms, and drive innovation with AI. Opens the door to some of the fastest-growing careers in ICT.
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.
Overview
Campus East Perth
When Semester 1, 2026
How On campus
Step into the future of ICT
In this course you’ll gain the practical skills employers are looking for in cyber security, cloud computing, systems administration, and applied AI.
Learn how to secure digital environments, manage network and cloud infrastructure, and harness the power of artificial intelligence to create real-world solutions. Whether you aim to work in commercial enterprises or government organisations, this diploma opens the door to some of the fastest-growing careers in ICT.
Future-proof your career - develop the skills to protect networks, manage cloud platforms, and drive innovation with AI.
- Analyse cyber threats and implement incident response plans.
- Design, secure, and manage network and cloud systems.
- Integrate systems via REST APIs and ensure data accuracy.
- Apply AI/ML to automate tasks and boost efficiency.
- Deliver ICT solutions aligned with strategy, ethics, and privacy.
I have the following attributes:
- Basic Linux command-line and operating system skills
- Fundamental understanding of virtualisation
- Basic programming knowledge
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Awareness of basic cybersecurity protocols
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2026
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $325.00 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $325.00 )
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts |
| BSBXCS402 | Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices |
| BSBXTW401 | Lead and facilitate a team |
| ICTICT517 | Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation |
| ICTICT532 | Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments |
| ICTSAS527 | Manage client problems |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| ICTAII401 | Identify opportunities to apply artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning |
| ICTAII501 | Automate work tasks using machine learning |
| ICTAII502 | Train and evaluate machine learning models |
| ICTCLD507 | Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms |
| ICTCYS407 | Gather, analyse and interpret threat data |
| ICTCYS603 | Undertake penetration testing for organisations |
| ICTDAT402 | Clean and verify data |
| ICTNWK540 | Design, build and test network servers |
| ICTNWK546 | Manage network security |
| ICTPRG553 | Create and develop REST APIs |
| ICTSAS524 | Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan |
| MEM30012 | Apply mathematical techniques in a manufacturing engineering or related environment |
| VU23213 | Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security |
| VU23215 | Test concepts and procedures for cyber security |
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