SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, IT & DESIGN
VENDOR PROGRAMME - CLOUD ADMINISTRATION AND CYBERSECURITY (LEVEL 2)
1 YEAR (FULL TIME)
This Cloud Administration and Cybersecurity Program will equip students with skills to manage and secure cloud environments using Microsoft Azure. Through hands-on learning and industry-recognised certifications, students gain the skills to deploy, protect, and optimise cloud systems, ensuring they are ready for real-world challenges in IT security and cloud management. Studying Azure allows individuals to tap into the increasing demand for cloud-related skills in the job market.
Who should enrol?
- Individuals looking to specialise in cloud-based environment management.
- Students that completed networking, system administration, or IT infrastructure can learn how to configure and manage cloud-based systems on Azure.
- Have an analytical and problem-solving approach.
Admission requirements
- English
- Certifications that show mastery in networking, storage, computers.
- Systems and Network Support certifications will provide essential prerequisites for success.
Skills you will have after completing this programme
- Knowledge of Azure architecture and a deep understanding of various Azure services, such as Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Service, Azure Blob Storage, Azure SQL Database, etc.
- Proficiency in deploying and managing applications and services on Azure, including virtual machines, web applications, and containers.
- Proficiency in using Azure PowerShell and Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI) for automation, deployment, and management tasks.
- Understanding of how to design and implement scalable and highly available solutions on Azure, including load balancing, auto-scaling, and fault tolerance.
Career opportunities
- Junior Azure Administrator
- Azure Administrator Associate
- Azure Security Engineer Associate
- Azure Database Administrator Associate
Curriculum
Year 1
- Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 (VCAF)
- Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104 (VCAA)
- Microsoft Azure Security Technologies AZ-500 (VSST)
- Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect SC-100 (VCCA)
- Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (VCSO)
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benchmarked quality.
NewBridge Graduate Institute is proud to be accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), aninternationally recognised independent body that accredits institutions meeting rigorous global standards of academic and operational excellence. This accreditation confirms NGI’s commitment to delivering quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment.
For students and parents, this means the assurance of studying at a trusted, globally recognised institution. BAC accreditation affirms NGI’s commitment to international standards of quality, strengthening confidence in the education students receive and supporting pathways to further study and career success locally and internationally.
NewBridge Graduate Institute reserves the right to make changes to the curriculum and/or admission requirements. Fees, textbooks and any special equipment you will need is detailed by the middle of the year on the “Additional costs schedule” available from your closest campus.