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Cybersecurity Diploma

Six-month professional diploma for broad cybersecurity capability

Cybersecurity Diploma is designed for serious learners building broad foundations for entry and growth in the security industry. It combines core IT and networking understanding with blue-team awareness, ethical hacking basics, reporting, portfolio activity, and career direction for practical professional readiness.

6 Months Online Live Batches Online only
Cybersecurity Diploma
Cybersecurity Diploma
Cybersecurity Diploma
Programme snapshot

Cybersecurity Diploma

Sploit Academy positions Cybersecurity Diploma as more than a short course. The aim is to help learners build a professional standard of communication, technical execution, and evidence-based completion that supports real hiring conversations and long-term career growth.

LevelBeginner to Job Ready
Duration6 Months
Guided live hours144 hours
Practical lab hours67 hours
Self-study structure144 hours
Completion awardSploit Academy Certificate of Completion and programme transcript
How the programme is delivered
Live online trainer-led batch classes
Module-by-module labs with guided review
Structured homework, mentor checkpoints, and revision support
Professional documentation habits built into every stage
Mentor support

Learners receive structured trainer direction, module-by-module review, practical correction on submitted work, and consistent guidance on how to turn course output into confident professional performance.

Detailed curriculum

Module-by-module breakdown

Each module includes focused topic coverage, guided time estimates, practical lab work, and a clear professional outcome.

This module develops practical depth in networking, systems, and security foundations and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Cybersecurity Diploma, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for security foundations 6 guided hours

Networking, systems, and security foundations is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in networking basics 6 guided hours

Networking, systems, and security foundations is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in defensive operations 6 guided hours

Networking, systems, and security foundations is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in ethical hacking basics 5 guided hours

Networking, systems, and security foundations is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in professional reporting 5 guided hours

Networking, systems, and security foundations is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for networking, systems, and security foundations 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to cybersecurity diploma 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document networking, systems, and security foundations in a way that supports the standards expected across cybersecurity diploma roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in soc workflow, detection, and incident basics and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Cybersecurity Diploma, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for networking basics 6 guided hours

Soc workflow, detection, and incident basics is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in defensive operations 6 guided hours

Soc workflow, detection, and incident basics is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in ethical hacking basics 6 guided hours

Soc workflow, detection, and incident basics is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in professional reporting 5 guided hours

Soc workflow, detection, and incident basics is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in career readiness 5 guided hours

Soc workflow, detection, and incident basics is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for soc workflow, detection, and incident basics 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to cybersecurity diploma 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document soc workflow, detection, and incident basics in a way that supports the standards expected across cybersecurity diploma roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Cybersecurity Diploma, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for defensive operations 6 guided hours

Ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in ethical hacking basics 6 guided hours

Ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in professional reporting 6 guided hours

Ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in career readiness 5 guided hours

Ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in security foundations 5 guided hours

Ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to cybersecurity diploma 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document ethical hacking concepts and security testing labs in a way that supports the standards expected across cybersecurity diploma roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in governance, reporting, and professional communication and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Cybersecurity Diploma, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for ethical hacking basics 6 guided hours

Governance, reporting, and professional communication is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in professional reporting 6 guided hours

Governance, reporting, and professional communication is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in career readiness 6 guided hours

Governance, reporting, and professional communication is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in security foundations 5 guided hours

Governance, reporting, and professional communication is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in networking basics 5 guided hours

Governance, reporting, and professional communication is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for governance, reporting, and professional communication 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to cybersecurity diploma 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document governance, reporting, and professional communication in a way that supports the standards expected across cybersecurity diploma roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Cybersecurity Diploma, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for professional reporting 5 guided hours

Career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in career readiness 5 guided hours

Career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in security foundations 4 guided hours

Career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in networking basics 4 guided hours

Career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in defensive operations 4 guided hours

Career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to cybersecurity diploma.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance 4 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to cybersecurity diploma 4 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 3 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document career preparation, portfolio building, and mentor guidance in a way that supports the standards expected across cybersecurity diploma roles and certification preparation.

Entry requirements
  • No previous cybersecurity certification required
  • Suitable for career changers and students
  • Commitment to six months of structured study
Completion requirements
  • Maintain strong attendance across the cohort
  • Complete labs, assignments, and mentor checkpoints
  • Pass the final diploma capstone review
Assessment and final consolidation
Attendance and participation in scheduled live batch sessions
Module lab submissions with evidence of practical completion
Knowledge checks, review tasks, and trainer feedback cycles
Final assessment, capstone, or mock-certification style review
Capstone / final consolidation

The programme ends with a practical consolidation phase where learners combine the main ideas from Cybersecurity Diploma into a structured final task, demonstrate professional reasoning, and present evidence of completion in a recruiter-friendly format.

Upcoming batch starts

This six-month programme opens two live online batches every year, giving learners a paced route with strong mentor contact and deeper practice windows.

15 Aug 2026
Online Live Batch
Global Online Campus
ScheduleMon & Wed • 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM GMT
Seats20 available
15 Feb 2027
Online Live Batch
Global Online Campus
ScheduleSat & Sun • 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM GST
Seats19 available
Career outcomes

Sploit Academy is designed to create skilled professionals who can present themselves credibly for opportunities across regions and industries.

SOC Analyst
Junior Security Analyst
Vulnerability Assessment Associate
Cybersecurity Support Professional
Course pricing
Live batch course fee $2,999 All courses are currently available online in scheduled batches only.
One-to-one online class $5,398 Premium private delivery for learners who want dedicated trainer time and a personalised pace.
Online recorded course Currently not available Recorded course option will be announced later.
Payment options
Stripe (Visa / Mastercard)
Payoneer
PayPal
Annual batch structure
3-month programmes4 batch starts every year
6-month programmes2 batch starts every year
1-year programmes1 flagship batch every year
Professional positioning

Sploit Academy positions Cybersecurity Diploma as more than a short course. The aim is to help learners build a professional standard of communication, technical execution, and evidence-based completion that supports real hiring conversations and long-term career growth.

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