Fast track Diploma in Cyber Security – Level 4 + Level 5 combined (9 Months)

This fast track Diploma in Cyber Security – Level 4 + 5 combined (9 Months) (Accredited by Othm, UK) qualifications has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Learners will be expected to hold the following:

• Relevant NQF / QCF / RQF Level 3 Award / Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or A-Level / AS-Level or IB or an equivalent qualification

OR

• Learner who possess Qualification at Level 4 or equivalent qualification in another discipline

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• work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

In certain circumstances, learners with considerable experience but No formal qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the programme.

The qualification is offered in English.

The learning outcomes of Diploma in Cyber Security – Level 4 and Level 5 combined (9 Months) qualification are:

Learning Outcomes from Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security:

1. The ability to read and utilise relevant technical and security literature (including threat intelligence feeds) with a full understanding; the ability to think independently and solve potential overarching cyber security issues within a business or organisation
2. Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems in the cyber security and digital risk management domains
3. Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct, including in relation to conducting investigations, audits and incident responses
4. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of cyber security within business and service provision and wider operating environments and supply chains
5. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way; engage in credible debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists in relation to cyber security related issues and challenges
6. Transferable skills and knowledge – including Project Management and Incident Response – which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks
7. Motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career
8. Instill and embed a sense of understanding and respect of the global nature of the cyber threat environment; as well as the criticality of respecting, anticipating and learning from diverse, international business practices and the global operating context.

Learning Outcomes from Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security:

1. Understand key cryptographic principles and modes
2. Understand the standards, regulations and laws that apply to business and government organisations in relation to encryption
3. Understand the core principles of digital investigations
4. Apply the types of tool that support professional digital investigations at a strategic level
5. Plan for an investigations and forensics teams
6. Understand the physical and human resources required to manage a major suspected cyber security incident
7. Apply Business Continuity Management to major incident planning and response
8. Understand the role senior leaders and strategic leadership
9. Evaluate the management streams and performance monitoring mechanisms that relate to information security
10. Understand how data protection legislation impacts considerations of strategy-setting and strategic leadership

Fast track Diploma in Cyber Security – Level 4 and Level 5 combined (9 Months) qualification

The content of this Diploma in Cyber Security qualification will provide you with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It is designed to ensure that you are ‘business ready’ and a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of Information Technology, and you are equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.

This qualifications at RQF Level 5 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to:

• Foundation Degrees,
• Higher National Diploma (HND) and
• Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree.

Yes, the programme is accredited by Qualifi, UK – an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator – OfQual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation)

• The assessment is done via submission of assignment.
• There are no written exams.

Yes, the Course Fee can be paid in Instalments.

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