Gain the information technology skills and knowledge needed to work in the field of network and systems computing.
Our courses cover general networks and systems computing along with more specialised CISCO modules and MCITP configuration.
You can study at TAFE or degree level.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Information Technology
Gain the skills and knowledge of IT applications needed to work in the field of network and systems computing.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional)
Duration
3.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Blended, Face to Face, Workplace
Our Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) teaches the latest in network and systems, and web and mobile app development, and offers a 12-month paid internship in the IT industry.
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security
Build on your prior grounding in information technology with skills and knowledge in the practice of cyber security.
The course content covers the essential areas of cyber security, from proactive cyber threat detection, risk management to cyber law and regulations.
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Blended, Face to Face
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Certificate IV in Computer Systems Technology
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Sunshine
Gain the skills and knowledge to work in the IT sector as a specialist or as part of a team with a Certificate IV in Computer Systems Technology.
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, St Albans
Develop the knowledge and skills to work in one of the fastest growing sectors, the Cyber Security and IT industry.
Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Sunshine
Upgrade your digital skillset and step into the world of work tech-ready with our Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology.
Higher Education diplomas
Diploma of Information Technology
Develop the skills and knowledge in a range of information technology fields allowing you to progress your qualifications and career in information technology.
Duration
1 year
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Short courses
Introduction to Cyber Security for the Home User
Develop the foundation skills to understand basic networking concepts and digital security with this introductory course from VU Polytechnic.
Duration
12 hours
Campus
Footscray Nicholson
Open Cable Provider Rules – Data Cabling
Gain data cabling knowledge in electrical classification, rules, data and telephony installation techniques, dossiers and related mandatory documentation and inspections.
Duration
72 hours
Campus
Sunshine
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Studying IT networks and security at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers
Many of our graduates gain employment in the following roles:
- network and security administrator
- service delivery manager
- network security administration
- network security engineer
- technical disaster recovery specialist
- security analyst
- security architect.
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