Diploma in Cybersecurity Specialist Co-op
This one-year Co-op diploma is ideal for students looking to acquire in-demand skills and specialized knowledge in all aspects of cybersecurity including blockchain, risk management, big data and the IoT (Internet of Things).
Duration
51 weeks – including scheduled breaks
Starting Date
2024: May, September
Tuition Fee*
$14,745 CAD
Fees after Diversity Discount:
International Students
$13,750 (Daytime session)
Domestic Students
$9,250 (Daytime session)
Location
Toronto, Canada
The need for cybersecurity expertise is only going to increase as our connected world evolves.
Gain the ability to anticipate information security risks, implement new ways to protect networks, and prevent cyberattacks of various types. Through lab activities and cutting edge tools, students will build the professional skills required to pursue a career in cybersecurity and prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification.
Start online, finish on campus.
This program will allow you to:
- Study computer systems and networks and assess risks to determine how security policies and protocols can be improved
- Anticipate information security risks and implement new ways to protect organizations’ computer systems and networks
- Handle computer communication across multiple operating systems
- Respond to security alerts, uncover and fix flaws in computer systems and networks
- Utilize technologies to perform or prevent cyberattacks of various types
Course Requirements
- Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Equivalent or be at least 18 years of age and pass the Wonderlic test.
For non-native English speakers:
- Successful completion of TSoM EAP Level 4 or
- Have the required IELTS 5.5 score or equivalent or
- Pass the TSoM English Assessment (Written onsite or online with exam proctor)
Computer Use Expectation
In order to successfully progress through studies at Toronto School of Management (TSoM), it is required that you have access to a personal computer or laptop, with minimum configurations:
- CPU: i5 or higher with 4 cores or more is recommended. Alternatively, Ryzen 3 or 5 with 4 or 6 cores and 8 to 12 threads. Ensure that it fully supports VMware and VirtualBox.
- RAM: Minimum 12 GB (16 highly recommended)
- Storage: Minimum 256GB HDD/SSD or higher (Recommended NVME 512GB or Higher)
- USB3 support
- Wireless Adapter with N or AC standard and Ethernet Adapter
Additionally, TSoM offers access to computer labs on campus, but availability cannot be guaranteed and some program software may not be available on all open access computers.
*Tuition fee
2024 Fees:
$14,745 CAD
Fees after Diversity Discount*
International Students
$13,750 (Daytime session)
Domestic Students
$9,250 (Daytime session)
*All fees are in Canadian dollars.