This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The Higher National Diploma in Computing (Cyber Security) with HTQ status is for anyone looking to develop their understanding of their specialist technical knowledge in Cyber Security, enhance their understanding of Digital Technologies, and broaden their ICT skillset and prepare for employment in the exciting and rewarding field of Cyber Security. The qualification will lead to the award BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing (Cyber Security) giving students the skills, knowledge and understanding they need to achieve high performance in the national and international digital technologies environment. It will develop students with enquiring minds, who have the abilities and confidence to work across different digital technologies functions and to lead, manage, respond to change, and tackle a range of complex digital technologies. and to provide the core skills required for a range of careers in digital technologies including Cyber Security.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Some of the modules which can be undertaken are listed below: Year 1 · Cyber Security · Professional Practice · Planning a Computing Project · Database Design and Development · Networking ? Security · Website Design and Development · Programming Year 2 · Computing Research Project · Forensics · Emerging Technologies · Business Process Support · Information Security Management · Applied Cryptography in the Cloud · Internet of Things
Assessment method
Assessment is through course work, assignments, individual or group projects.
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
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
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:
- 006J
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CCCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - P
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Interview
All applicants are required to attend an interview and will be notified of the date and time via email, a text reminder is also sent the day before the interview. Applicants applying from outside the West Midlands alternative interview arrangements can be made for you, but we strongly encourage all prospective applicants come along to view Solihull College and University Centre’s facilities and meet the teaching teams. As part of your interview and possibly your offer you will be required to provide your original certificates, including GCSE’s or equivalents.
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences will have their prior learning and skills taken into account and maybe required to complete an Aptitude assessment (this will be advised at interview).
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6500 | Year 1 |
| England | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
It is recommended that you budget for your own laptop, if this is not possible the college has IT resources that you can use.
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary Programme.
Provider information
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB