For current or future Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN) members who identify as a woman, that are seeking to upskill or reskill to transition into a career in cyber security; worth full tuition fees and Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) paid.
A unique opportunity for business professionals to upskill in cyber security governance and risk management.
This scholarship provides tuition fees (up to $1,650) and Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF) paid for the specified microcredential.
Five scholarships available.
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
Complete the online application by the close date. Partial applications will not be assessed. Supporting documentation
Depending on your circumstances, you will need to provide different types of evidence and material to support your scholarship application. Applications without supporting documents will not be considered.
It is expected that the online application will take approximately thirty minutes to complete. The main application questions are listed below to allow you time to prepare your answers prior to starting the online application.
Applications are now open.
Applications close 11:59PM Wednesday 16/10/2024. No late applications will be accepted.
View the Coursework Scholarships Office’s terms and conditions (PDF, 698KB).
Specific terms and conditions for successful recipients include:
The global demand for cyber security professionals is high, with a significant shortage of skilled workers in Australia, making cyber security skills vital for national security. To address this, the Cyber Security Foundations for Business Professionals micro-credential offers a focused and efficient way for business professionals to acquire essential cyber security knowledge. This short-term upskilling and reskilling opportunity is ideal for busy individuals seeking practical insights without the commitment of lengthy study periods. The micro-credential targets critical roles in cyber governance, risk assessment, and compliance, enabling professionals to contribute to organisational security.
The learning approach emphasises practical, hands-on, real-world applications that are directly relevant to job roles, introducing new disciplines or enhancing existing skills. Completing the micro-credential also provides a pathway to further education, with recognition of credit equivalence allowing a seamless transition to postgraduate qualifications. The Cyber Security Foundations for Business Professionals micro-credential offers a practical, efficient pathway for career growth in the dynamic field of cyber security.
The Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN) is a not-for-profit association and network of people aimed at educating women and girls on security and increasing the number of women in the security community. We support, inspire and act as role models. We connect women in the industry and those looking to enter the field with the tools, knowledge, network and platforms needed to build confidence and interest.
The AWSN scholarship supports our mission to increase the representation of women in the cyber security sector. The AWSN Cyber Security Foundations Scholarship will support five students who identify as a woman to complete the Cyber Security Foundations for Business Professionals micro-credential in 2024.
Find out how to contact the Coursework Scholarships Office.
The scholarship application process is highly competitive with a limited number of scholarships available. Unfortunately, not all eligible applicants will receive one.
Only successful candidates will be notified via email to their RMIT student account.
For information about other financial assistance available to RMIT students, please speak to one of our Student Welfare Advisors.
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