Course summary

Are you ready to take the first step towards an exciting career in cyber security? Whether you're a recent school leaver or considering a career change, this two-year Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) offers the perfect blend of theory and hands-on experience. Focused on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard, this course helps you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for. Cyber is one of the fastest-growing fields, with a constant need for skilled professionals. By studying FdSc Cyber Security Engineer, you're investing in a future-proof career path with lots of opportunities for advancement and competitive salaries. Whether you aspire to work for multinational corporations, government agencies, or cybersecurity firms, this degree prepares you for success in this dynamic and rewarding industry. As an accredited HTQ course, this runs for two years with an industry-certified focus on employability and hands-on training. This programme has been carefully designed by our industry expert academics, based on standards set by professional bodies, to provide you with the skills and abilities needed to thrive in the fast-moving software industry. This means you will graduate with the skills, knowledge, behaviours, and attributes to carve out your own career, create your own opportunities, and enable you to adapt to diverse and different professional work situations and industry needs. After graduation, you will also have the option of adding an additional top-up year for a full BSc honours degree. In an era where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and commonplace, the need for cybersecurity expertise has never been greater. By studying FdSc Cyber Security Engineer, you're not just gaining knowledge; you're becoming a frontline defender against cyberattacks, safeguarding sensitive data and critical systems from potential breaches. Your role as a cybersecurity professional will be crucial in protecting organisations and individuals from cyber threats, ensuring a safer digital landscape for years to come. Beyond technical skills, FdSc Cyber Security Engineer helps develop critical thinking, communication, and leadership abilities essential for success in any field. Through engaging lectures, guest speakers from the industry, and opportunities for industry visits and conferences, you'll gain valuable insights into the practical applications of data science and develop a well-rounded skill set valued by employers worldwide. Cyber Security Engineer integrates both academic and practice-based learning, combining practical skills (with some focus on professionally relevant material from companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, or Cisco), with work-related experience and background theory. The programme is designed around several core principles including accessibility, articulation, progression, flexibility, employer involvement and partnership and around the following themes that have general and specific relevance to various potential employment destinations:

• IT applications and security basics

• Computers and networks

• Website development and related applications

• Continuing personal and professional development.

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