Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity

The aim of the Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity Studies is to give students the best possible preparation to commence a career in one of a wide range of industries and prepare students for further study. Graduates of the course will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic underlying academic concepts and principles associated with the broader discipline of Cybersecurity.

The aim of Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity is to provide students with:

• Hands-on practical skills in Cybersecurity Infrastructure Configuration Using Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls
• Theory and extended configuration features of firewalls
• An understanding of theories and concepts of the subject area, and the ability to communicate these accurately to a range of peers.
• Skills that can be used in a wide range of situations and contexts.

Whilst the Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity Studies will be equipped to enter employment successfully in today’s competitive business landscape.

Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity should be able to understand and apply, within the employment context, theories, and concepts from the Cybersecurity specialized area. Students may register for Palo Alto networks’ certification examination on their own to be certified PCNSA and PCCSA - Certified Cybersecurity Associate and/or Certified Network Administrator.

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• evaluate cybersecurity principles.
• demonstrate how to secure a network computing environment through the application of security controls.
• gain a general understanding of how to install, configure, and manage firewalls for the defense of enterprise network architecture.
• gain insights about the theory and steps for setting up the security, networking, threat prevention, logging, and reporting features of Next-Generation Firewalls.
• demonstrate enhanced capability in analytical, diagnostic, investigative, and writing skills in assigned tasks.
• Advance themselves to attempt Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Associate (PCCSA) certification examination and Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) which help validate technical competencies and knowledge.

In addition, holders of the Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity should have developed the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of some personal responsibility.

International Students: 90%
Local, PR, non-student pass: 75%

Students must take and satisfactorily complete four (4) 30-credit modules to be awarded the LSBF Postgraduate Diploma in Cybersecurity. All students must complete all modules.  Students, who fail to complete all four modules, will be given a Statement of Results or a module completion letter, or a modular certificate for successful completion of the modules during the study.

Contact hours

45 hours/module (Full-time)

45 hours/module (Part-time)

• 27 hours: Synchronous
• 18 hours: Asynchronous

Minimum Academic Entry Requirement

Local and International students MUST have:

• Successful completion of Degree from a recognized university; or
• Minimum age of 21 with a recognized Polytechnic Diploma (or equivalent) plus 3 years appropriate relevant work experience
• Other relevant qualifications

Minimum English Language Entry Requirement

Both local and international students MUST fulfill the minimum English language entry requirement of one of the following.

• Achieved grade C6 or better in the English language in GCE O level.
• Completed LSBF Preparatory Course in English Advanced Level.
• IELTS 6.0 with the writing band score no less than 6.0.

Students with non-standard entry requirements will be assessed on a case-by-case basis subject to the approval of the Academic Board.

Minimum Age

21 years or above