Level 4/5 Cyber Security
- COURSE OVERVIEW
Level 4/5 Diploma in cyber security (RQF) (L5IT) makes up the second year of the undergraduate journey. The qualification is equivalent to the first year of an IT degree in the UK university. The opportunity to develop essential thinking and study skills, not only within the computing domain but also within the framework of business through a balance of academic and vocational subjects. The qualification will allow them to recognize and enter the computing profession with the essential knowledge expected within the industry and the ability to apply the skills to a range of IT-related functions
- QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE
Level 4/5 Diploma in cyber security qualification consists of 5 mandatory units total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT)and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification
| Qualification Title | Level 4/5 Diploma in Cyber Security |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Total Credit Value | 240 |
| Guided Learning Hours (GLH) | 960 Hours |
| Overall Grading Type | Pass / Fail |
| Assessment Methods | Coursework |
| Language of Assessment | English |
| Delivery Mode | Online / Classroom |
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For access to the Level 4/5 Diploma in cyber security , you will usually meet the following criteria
- Level 3 Diploma in information technology or equivalent
- Age 17+ in the year of registration.
- Mathematics to GCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent.
- English to GCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent.
We will accept every application on its own terms even if you don’t meet the standard specifications. Our Admissions Panel will assess whether you have any alternative / incomplete credentials or work experience appropriate for program entry
- MANDATORY UNIT
- Cyber Security Threat and Risk
- Network Security and Data Communications
- Database Security and Computer Programming
- Incident Response, Investigations and Forensics
- Security Strategy: Laws, Policies and Implementation
- Cyber Security Threats and Risk: Banking and Finance
- Cryptography
- Digital Investigations and Forensics
- Communications and Incident Management
- Strategic Leadership
- PROGRESSION TO OTHER PROGRAMMES
Learners completing any of the related Level 4/5 Diploma in cyber security can progress to:
- Level 6 Diploma in Cyber Security
- or -Directly into employment in an associated profession