Computing for England (Cyber Security)

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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 Website Design and Development

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 Website Design and Development

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

How to apply

29Jan

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

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 .