Introduction To Cybersecurity

Introduction To Cybersecurity

Strengthen your skillset with the universal discipline of cybersecurity, enhancing career resilience while safeguarding yourself and those around you.

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Course Fee

Full Course Fees

SG Citizen (aged 21-39) or PR

SG Citizen (aged 40 & above)

Full Fees

$19,500

$19,500

$19,500

SkillsFuture Funding

-

$13,650 (70% Subsidy)

$17,550 (90% Subsidy)

Total Nett Fee

$19,500

$5,850

$1,950

GST (9%)

$1,755

$526.5

$526.5

Total Fee Payable

$21,255

$6,376.50

$2,476.50

Additional Funding: SkillsFuture Credits (up to $1,000), UTAP ($200-$500) & PSEA can be used to pay for course fees after subsidy

Programme Fees & Funding

Introduction To Cybersecurity SkillsFuture Funding Table

Learning Outcomes: 

Foundational Knowledge

  • Understand key networking and cybersecurity principles, including IP addressing, DNS, and the OSI model.
  • Explain the fundamentals of basic network protocols, remote access, and network anonymity.
  • Recognize common cyber attack methods and steganography techniques.

Practical Skills

  • Use industry-standard tools such as Wireshark and Command Prompt to monitor network traffic, detect threats, and troubleshoot issues.
  • Apply OSINT techniques to gather and analyze open-source intelligence effectively.
  • Validate data integrity using hash encoding to make informed security decisions.

Critical Competencies

  • Develop a structured approach to identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating risks.
  • Build digital resilience by strengthening personal and professional security awareness.
  • Confidently showcase cybersecurity projects and skills through a personal GitHub portfolio.
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  • Become familiar with different attack scenarios

Course Syllabus:

Chapter 01
Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Fundamental Concepts

  • Basic Networking
  • Remote Access
  • Steganography
  • Hash Encodings

Intro to Cybersecurity

  • OSI Model
  • Anonimity on the Network
  • Basic Cyber Attacks
  • Basic Network protocols
Chapter 02
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  • Become familiar with different attack scenarios
Chapter 03
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Chapter 04
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Chapter 05
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Training Schedule:

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Training Methodology:

Apprenticeship-Based Training

  • Learn through live demonstrations on virtual machines
  • Minimal slides - trainers explain by showing real tools in action
  • Connect theory to hands-on practice for deeper understanding
  • Build confidence by seeing how cybersecurity concepts apply in real situations

Practice Labs

  • Reinforce learning with repeated hands-on lab sessions
  • Practice with guided questions that link related topics
  • Solve challenge-based exercises to strengthen problem-solving skills
  • Encourage deeper thinking and active exploration

Assessment & Project

  • Apply knowledge in real-world simulations and assessments
  • Understand how cyber attacks happen and how to defend against them
  • Explore a range of attack scenarios to build situational awareness
  • Equip yourself with tools to navigate and secure digital environments
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  • Become familiar with different attack scenarios

FAQs:

Do I need to have any programming knowledge to join the course?

  • No prior programming or coding knowledge is needed for the "Introduction To Cybersecurity" module

Are there grants available?

  • Eligible candidates will receive between 70%-90% in SkillsFuture Subsidies.
  • All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $1000 SkillsFuture Credit to further offset course fees.
  • UTAP & PSEA funds can also be used.

I don't have any IT or Tech background, can I take this course?

  • Yes, this course is designed for individuals with or without IT background to learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity.

I'm working in IT but not in a security role. Will this help me?

  • Yes. It’s suitable for IT professionals looking to build foundational cybersecurity knowledge that applies to support, infrastructure, or network roles.

Can I get a cybersecurity job after this course?

  • No. This is a short 25-hour course that teaches the basics and fundamentals of cybersecurity. For individuals interested in a career switch, please check out the Cybersecurity Career Kickstart+ instead.

What are the computer specifications I need for the course?

An Intel-based Windows or MacBook Pro laptop with the following specs:

  • 6-core CPU
  • x64-compatible 2.0 GHz CPU minimum or higher
  • Intel i5 Gen 7 and up
  • 16 GB RAM minimum
  • 512 GB available hard-drive space
  • Able to Support Hypervisor
  • Laptop or stationary computer workstation. (Tablets / Surface Pro not suitable)
  • Internet bandwidth - minimum base connection speed of 10 Mbps down/up is required.

What certifications do I get from the course?

  • 1x Skills-Based Modular Certificate (SBMC) from Ngee Ann Polytechnic
  • 1x Certificate of Completion from Centre For Cybersecurity Institute

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Quick Info
Programme Fee
$1,500 (before subsidy)
Duration
25 hours
Schedule
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Teacher-to-Student Ratio
1:30
Delivery Mode
Online
Entry Requirement
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