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PGCert in Cybersecurity

Northern College

Timmins, Ontario, Canada

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Northern College offers PGCert in Cybersecurity, a postgraduate certificate in Cyber Security programme in Timmins, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 16,777 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Certificate
Field: Cyber Security
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 16,777 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: northerncollege.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Cybersecurity is a two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate delivered over four semesters at Northern College's Timmins campus. The program combines technical training in ethical hacking, network security, incident response, digital forensics, and cloud security with leadership-focused coursework in risk analysis, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity law and ethics. Students complete a co-operative education work term that provides applied experience in a security operations context. The curriculum is structured to support preparation for industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and PenTest+, (ISC)² SSCP, and EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Graduates are prepared for roles protecting organizational networks, systems, and data against evolving cyber threats. The program builds on a prior credential in information technology or computer studies and is delivered on-campus.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants need an Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, degree, or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Studies. International applicants must also meet Northern College's English-proficiency standard for this program: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 80, PTE Academic 60, or Duolingo English Test 110.

About Northern College

Type: College
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1967
Programs: 57
Location: Timmins, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGCert in Cybersecurity award?

Northern College awards a Postgraduate Certificate in the field of Cyber Security on completion of this programme.

How long does PGCert in Cybersecurity take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does PGCert in Cybersecurity cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 16,777 per year.

Can PGCert in Cybersecurity be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Northern College.

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