University Campus Oldham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our HNC in Cyber Security has been created to meet global demand for skilled individuals who understand how software is used to monitor and secure systems in a vulnerable online world. On this course, you will cover a wide variety of theoretical and practical development skills. You will gain skills in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in computer networks and systems, as well as learning how to protect them against hacker attacks. You will combine your interest in forensics, computer networks and security to become the cyber security professional of the future. Course content covers the following units: Programming Networking Professional Practice Database Design & Development Security Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set) Cyber Security Strategic Information Systems
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Programming Networking Professional Practice Database Design & Development Security Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set) Cyber Security Strategic Information Systems
Assessment method
Teaching consists of lectures and seminars, workshops and tutorials. These are designed to build autonomous and independent learning facilitating development of academic skills, experiences and techniques. Live briefs and visits enable students to engage with industry and employers while the VLE supports and extends the learning experience. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio building
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- SC89
- Institution code:
- O10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Entry onto the course will be via a successful interview, A typical profile for a student who has recently been in education would consist of: ● GCSE English and Maths grades at C/4 or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications ● a BTEC Level 3 qualification in a related field ● a GCE Advanced level profile which demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or an adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. ● Other vocationally related level 3 qualifications ● An Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution Mature students may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience (paid and/or unpaid) and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications in their work sector.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £5995 | Year 1 |
| England | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5995 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5995 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Any additional costs will be detailed on the course pages at www.uco.oldham.ac.uk/courses/
Provider information
University Campus Oldham
Oldham Business Centre
University Way
Oldham
OL1 1BB