Diploma · 1 Year
Diploma in Cyber Security.
A one-year, hands-on diploma in cyber defence. You learn how attacks work, and how to find weaknesses and defend against them.
- Award
- Diploma
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Tuition (Ghanaian)
- GHC 10,000
- Intakes
- Every 2 months
Practical80% of learning is labs, projects and real scenarios.
Overview
About the diploma.
The syllabus has three parts: exploit writing, network security, and web application security. Along the way you work with port scanning, network traffic analysis, intrusion detection, penetration testing and the OWASP Top 10.
- Level
- Career-focused diploma; move into work, or into a BSc, straight after.
- Campus
- Nima-Kanda and Spintex, Accra.
- Mode
- Weekday batch (two days a week, morning 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM or evening 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) or weekend batch (Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM); four credit hours a week. One batch, not both.
- Intakes
- A new intake every two months: January, March, May, July, September and November.
What you’ll study
The syllabus.
Modules from the SIIMT course syllabus. Ask admissions for the latest outline.
Level 1 · Exploit writing
- Introduction to exploit writing
- Programming and basics
- Assembly language
- Debugging
- Stack-based buffer overflow
- Understanding Windows shellcode
- Fuzzers
- Heap-based overflow
- Exploiting /GS canary-protected programs
- Exploiting SafeSEH-protected programs
- Denial of service
- Case studies and real-world examples
- Career paths and opportunities
Level 2 · Network security
- Network topology
- The OSI model
- TCP/IP in depth
- WAP, NAT, DNS and ICMP
- Internet routing
- Advanced port scanning
- Sniffing attacks
- Masquerading attacks
- Advanced DoS and DDoS
- Network operations centre security
- Network traffic analysis
- Network vulnerability assessment
- Network penetration testing
- Intrusion detection systems
Level 2 · Web application security
- Web architectures and web applications
- PHP basics, sessions and cookies
- XSS attacks and advanced SQL injection
- Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and session hijacking
- PHP injection and web-based worms
- Flash-based and iFrame-based web attacks
- Clickjacking and attack frameworks (AttackAPI, BeEF)
- Penetration testing on DVWA, and honeytokens
- OWASP Top 10 and Metasploit for web application security
- PHP cURL and automated bots
- Phishing 2.0 and brute-forcing web applications
- Compliance, legal issues and a Capture the Flag exercise
Entry requirements
Who can apply.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of Computers and IT
- WASSCE or Certification in IT
- Laptop (minimum: i5 processor, 8 GB RAM)
Documents to bring
- A valid photo ID (Ghana Card, passport or student ID)
- Your results slip or certificate
- One passport photograph
Fees
Tuition, January 2026.
In Ghana Cedis. A minimum of 50% of tuition confirms your place; the balance can be paid in instalments. All fees & scholarships
| Fee | Ghanaian | Non-Ghanaian |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (whole programme) | GHC 10,000 | GHC 12,000 |
| Application (form) fee, one-time | GHC 200 | GHC 600 |
Careers
Where it leads.
See where your skills can take you. These are typical gross monthly salaries in Ghana cedis, from our 2025–2026 research into the Ghanaian job market, raised by about 10% for the 2026 official pay rise. Real pay moves with experience, employer and the market.
| Role | Starting (0–2 years) | Experienced (5+ years) |
|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Analyst | GHC 3,250 – 6,000 | GHC 7,750 – 14,250 |
| SOC Analyst | from GHC 3,250 | |
| Network Security Engineer | GHC 3,250 – 6,500 | GHC 7,750 – 13,250 |
| Information Security Officer | GHC 3,750 – 6,500 | GHC 7,750 – 13,250 |
| Penetration Tester | from GHC 4,500 | |
How to apply
Five steps to a confirmed place.
Apply online or at either campus. Documents are reviewed once your application fee is received.
- 01
Register
Create an account and apply online.
- 02
Pay application fee
Pay the one-time application fee.
- 03
Submit documents
Once your fee is received, submit your documents.
- 04
Choose Payment Plan
Accept the recommended plan or choose your own.
- 05
Pay school fees
Once your documents and payment plan are approved.
Admission deadlines
Degree programmes (BSc)
- Session 1
- Opens first week of November · closes last week of March
- Session 2
- Opens first week of April · closes last week of August
Intakes
Diplomas & short courses
A new intake starts every two months.
Intake months: January, March, May, July, September, November.
Common questions
About this programme.
How to apply for the Cyber Security Course at SIIMT?
Apply online through the SIIMT application portal or at the Nima-Kanda or Spintex campus, pay the one-time application fee, submit your documents, agree a payment plan, and pay your fees. SIIMT then issues your admission confirmation and Student Portal login.
What are the prerequisites for Cyber Security Course?
The entry requirements for this programme are: Basic understanding of Computers and IT; WASSCE or Certification in IT; Laptop (minimum: i5 processor, 8 GB RAM). See Entry requirements above for the documents to bring.
Is the Diploma Cyber Security suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Cyber Security Course is designed to accommodate beginners. It covers foundational concepts and gradually progresses to advanced topics. The curriculum is tailored to help students with varying levels of experience.
What career opportunities are available after completing the Cyber Security Course?
Completing the Cyber Security Diploma opens up various career opportunities, including roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Ethical Hacker, Security Consultant, and more. The skills gained are highly sought after in the industry.
Can I pursue the Cyber Security Course part-time or online?
Yes. SIIMT offers part-time study: classes are held on campus, in a weekday batch or a weekend batch, so you can study alongside work. Online study is not offered. The days and times are under Overview.
How we teach
Taught the way the work is done.
Most of your time is spent doing: labs, projects and real scenarios, guided by practitioners who have done the work themselves.
- Industry practitioners
- Learn from lecturers with real-world experience.
- Updated syllabus
- A modern, industry-aligned curriculum for a changing world.
- Career support
- Guidance, mentorship and pathways to the job market.
80%of learning is practical: labs, projects and real scenarios.
Accreditation and recognition
SIIMT is accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to offer undergraduate programmes in affiliation with the University of Cape Coast (UCC), registered with CTVET for technical and vocational education, and accredited at Tier 2 by Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority (CSA), with progression toward Tier 1 accreditation underway.
GTECAccredited- UCCAffiliated
- CTVETRegistered
- CSATier 2
Your next chapter starts here
Ready to take the next step?
Apply online, or speak to our admissions team at the Nima-Kanda or Spintex campus.
Nima-Kanda 057 080 1631
Spintex 057 644 4457
