Harvoxx Diploma School
Cybersecurity
Protect businesses from cyber threats.
Kickstart your career in cybersecurity with our beginner-friendly diploma programme. No degree or prior experience required.
Next cohort starts 6 April 2026
Time left to enrol:
Beginner friendly
No prior experience required.
Job placement support
Portfolio and career guidance.
Flexible learning
Pace that fits your schedule.
Hands-on projects
Build real-world skills.
Certificate
Earn a recognised certificate.
Course overview
Prepare for roles like Security Analyst and Junior Penetration Tester
Kickstart your career in cybersecurity with our beginner-friendly diploma programme. No degree or prior experience required.
Duration
6 months
Certificate
Diploma
Everything you need to know
Kickstart your career in Cybersecurity with our beginner-friendly programme. An estimated 3.5 million cybersecurity jobs are unclaimed worldwide. In this programme you will be equipped to enter the workforce with a solid foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of cybersecurity. Enrol now and begin your journey to becoming a cybersecurity expert.
Online — study from anywhere in Nigeria. This 6 months programme is designed for learners who want practical, project-based training — not theory alone. You will work on real briefs, build portfolio pieces, and receive direct feedback from instructors who understand what employers in Nigeria and beyond are hiring for.
What you will achieve
By the end of this programme, you will be able to:
- Gain practical skills in managing and using tools for network security, threat detection, risk assessment, and incident response.
- Learn how to implement and configure security measures such as firewalls, antivirus software, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
- Learn about encryption techniques and cryptographic protocols to safeguard sensitive information and ensure data integrity.
- Gain insights into popular cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as NIST and ISO/IEC 27001.
- Successfully deploy and manage security tools and software to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber incidents.
- Learn how to analyse security breaches and effectively participate in mitigating and rectifying cybersecurity incidents.
- Gain a clear understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, including current threats, defence strategies, and compliance requirements.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and basic penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
- Prepare for industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, and others.
- Prepare for cybersecurity job interviews and build a strong portfolio of security assessments and projects.
Career paths this unlocks
Alumni from this programme go on to pursue these roles — locally in Port Harcourt, remotely, and across Nigeria.
- Security Analyst
- Junior Penetration Tester
- IT Security Administrator
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- SOC Analyst
Admission requirements
- •No certificate or degree required—anyone can apply.
- •Basic understanding of English to engage with the curriculum and discussions.
- •Applicants may be required to take an entrance assessment; a study kit is provided to prepare.
Costs
This course starts 6 April 2026. Choose a plan below and pay for the option that works for you.
Where this can take you
Earning potential and roles you can pursue after completing this programme.
Earning potential
Nigeria
₦3M – ₦8M NGN
Remote/Global
$50,000 – $120,000 USD
Roles you can pursue
Frequently asked questions
Is this only for IT people?
No. We assume no prior IT or security background. We start from fundamentals and build up.
Is the programme fully online?
Yes. Harvoxx Diploma School is fully online. You can learn from anywhere.
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