Skip navigation
Level 5 HND in Computing for England: Cyber Security (HTQ) (FT) at West Herts College - UCAS

West Herts College

Degree level: Undergraduate

Level 5 HND in Computing for England: Cyber Security (HTQ) (FT)

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
Apply

Course summary

The HND in Computing for England: Cybersecurity provides a programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the cyber defence, security and ethical hacking sectors. As internet intelligence grows, so does the need for well-trained cybersecurity analysts and architects. The course is designed to develop a range of technological skills, knowledge and experiences to prepare you for an exciting career in this constantly evolving industry. You'll need to be prepared to learn fast, as system hacking becomes an increasingly pertinent threat you'll be on the front line ready to deal with a wide range of risks and challenges. This bespoke HND offers expert tutorial support, provided to help develop your educational and vocational abilities as well as the personal and professional qualities and attitudes required to adapt to the demands of the global cybersecurity market. What will I study? In studying this HND you will cover a range of practical, industry focused skills to prepare you for the transition into an exciting career.

  • Computing Research Project
  • Programming
  • Networking
  • Professional Practice
  • Database Design and Development
  • Security
  • Cyber Security
  • Transport Network Design
  • Network Security
  • Cryptography
  • Forensics
What can I do next? You'll be set for a career in the cybersecurity industry, graduate with the full HND and you'll have the perfect blend of technical know-how and industry skills to seek employment. A wide range of careers are available to you such as; Cryptographer, Forensics Expert, Incident Responder, Security Administrator, Security Analyst, Security Architect, Vulnerability Assessor and more. Alternatively, you'll have the chance to further your studies by using your HND to progress to the final year of an honours degree at university, visit the National Careers Service for more information.

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.

How to apply

31Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
I160
Institution code:
W40
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £6000 Year 1
Northern Ireland £6000 Year 1
Scotland £6000 Year 1
Wales £6000 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Level 5 HND in Computing for England: Cyber Security (HTQ) (FT) at West Herts College - UCAS