13Nov
UndergraduateUniversity Centre Weston has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The FdSc Cyber Security and Networking has been developed in partnership with employers, reflecting local and national demand for Cyber Security professionals. This programme has been mapped to the IfA HTQ ST1021 standard (Cyber Security Technologist). Cyber Security Technologists all require an understanding of security concepts and technology and how to mitigate risks arising from threats. The specific tasks undertaken vary depending on what needs to be achieved by the team at any particular time. Some tasks may be very technical, others may be more analytical, business or user focused. All roles in this occupation work to achieve required cyber security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context in all parts of the economy. They develop and apply practical knowledge of information security to deliver solutions that fulfil an organisations requirement. The broad purpose of the occupation is to apply an understanding of cyber security to protect organisations, systems, information, personal data and people from attacks and unauthorised access. This programme has been designed to give you a step off point after two years with a Foundation degree, but we provide a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking (Top up) for those applicants wishing to achieve a full degree.
Modules
Year 1 Students must take 120 credits from the modules in Year 1. Year 1 Compulsory Modules Students must take 120 credits from the modules in Compulsory Modules. Module Code Module Title UFCFSM-15-1 Business Security 15 Credits UFCE4N-15-1 Computer Networks and Protocols 15 Credits UFC4EP-15-1 Database Development 15 Credits UFCFQM-30-1 Fundamentals of Software Development 30 Credits UFCEHX-15-1 Operating Systems and Networks 15 Credits UFCFRE-30-1 Web Technologies and Platforms 30 Credits Year 2 Students must take 120 credits from the modules in Year 2. Year 2 Compulsory Modules Students must take 120 credits from the modules in Compulsory modules. Module Code Module Title UFCEHV-15-2 Cyber Threat Analysis 15 Credits UFCE53-30-2 Cyber Security Forensics 30 Credits UFCEHT-30-2 Introduction to Ethical AI 30 Credits UFCF9R-15-2 Project Management 15 Credits UFCF8R-30-2 Webapp Development 30 Credits
Assessment method
This programme has a mixture of assessments designed with industry to develop the skills that industry need. Please see the module specification on the website for a complete breakdown.
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
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:
- FDCS
- Institution code:
- W47
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 60 points
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13900 | Year 1 |
| International | £13900 | 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.
Provider information
University Centre Weston
Knightstone Road
Weston super Mare
BS23 2AL