Course summary
This is a full-time programme which comprises of 8 modules studied over one year. The HTQ (Higher Technical Qualification) will enable you to develop a range of specialist skills to meet the demands of employers. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, case studies, assessments, group work, practical work, projects, extended writing and interactive activities. Core Units: ● Programming ● Networking ● Professional Practice ● Database Design & Development ● Security ● Planning a Computing Project Specialist Mandatory Unit: ● Cyber Security Likely Non-core units: ● Website Design & Development
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Core Units: ● Computing Research Project ● Business Process Support Specialist Mandatory Units: ● Applied Cryptography in the Cloud ● Forensics ● Information Security Management Likely Non-core units: ● Data Structures and Algorithms
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a variety of assessment methods including discussions, displays, case studies, presentations, extended written work and practical assessments whilst on placement. There are no examinations for this course.
How to apply
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
HNC (BTEC) - M
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://he.tameside.ac.uk/course/higher-national-diploma-in-computing-cyber-security-htq
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| 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 .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Financial support could be available through Student Finance England.
Provider information
Tameside College
Beaufort Road
Ashton under Lyne
OL6 6NX