Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
£999
Additional information
Duration | 9 months (Fast Track 6 months course also available) |
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Credits | 120 UK Credits / 60 ECTS |
Format | Online delivery with live lectures and webinars spread across the duration of the course |
Accreditation | Ofqual, UK accredited and globally recognised qualification |
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About this course
Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
This Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities.
It is envisaged that this Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors.
The Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security is accredited at Level 5 with a total equivalence of 120 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing this Level 5 programme will progress to a university Level 6 Top-Up programme in the information technology or a Bachelor of Engineering – BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering (Top-up) or a BSc (Hons) in Business Computing (Top-up) field.
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Foundation Level Course
This course help you to progress to:

This qualification is Accredited by OfQual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), which is a UK Government body.
Qualification Number: 603/4139/7

Program Overview: Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
Key Highlights of this Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification are:
Aims of this Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification
This Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security provides the opportunity for individuals to develop a more advanced career in a specific area of business or public organisations by developing analytical knowledge and deeper understandings of several core cyber security operational domains. The course will also provide core information security technical and generic management and leadership teaching.
Much of this teaching will be directly relevant to learners moving forward into Information Security Management technical qualifications at the higher-end of the industry market, including the CompTIA Security + accreditation and the cyber security industry gold standard: The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
At key points, in each unit, learners will be asked to use their own equipment to practise using, and conduct live exercises on, technical IT hardware and software platforms and apps, including Virtual Machines, Linux OS, as well as working beyond the GUI (Graphical User Interface) and into their own Command Lines.
This course’s core aims are:
- To equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in information-security-related employment
- To enable progression into a university approved Level 6 Degree award
- To provide specialist study relevant to individual vocations and environments in which learners are currently working, or to which learners are aiming to work within business and public service sectors
- To develop learners’ ability to contribute positively to good and ethical practice in technology and risk management environments, through effectively utilising the practical and theoretical knowledge and skills gained
- To develop skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life and thereby enabling learners to make a positive contribution to their employment and therefore enhance their prospects for promotion and remunerative advancement
Career Progression
Learners completing the Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security progress to:
- Bachelor of Engineering – BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering (Top-up), or
- BSc (Hons) in Business Computing, or
- Diploma in Technology and Learning level – 6 (fast track) , or
- Diploma in Business Management level – 6 (fast track), or
- Third Year of Undergraduate study, or
- Directly into employment in an associated profession.
As our Qualifi accredited qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are also eligible to progress to a Top-Up Degree, Master’s programme, or MBA at many universities in UK and Overseas with advanced standing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Entry Requirement?
Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
This Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualifications has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Learners will be expected to hold the following:
OR
- A Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in Cyber Security or Information Technology.
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.
What are the Learning Outcomes?
Learning Outcomes – Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
Learners studying for the Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security will be expected to develop the following skills during the programme of study:
- The ability to read and utilise relevant technical and security literature (including threat intelligence feeds), hardware and software, with a proficient or developed competence
- Understanding: the ability to think independently and solve potential overarching cyber security issues within a business or organisation
- Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems in the cyber security and digital risk management domains within their workplace and/or sector
- Recognise 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
- An appreciation of the interdisciplinary and interdependent nature of cyber security within wider business and service provision, and broader operating environments and supply chains
- 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 securityrelated issues and challenges
- To develop transferable skills and knowledge – including in project management, business continuity management crisis management, disaster recovery and management and incident response – which will enable individuals to meet the requirements of, and successfully manage/lead, major business incidents
- To motivate individuals to progress to further professional development and advancement through future study or as part of their chosen career
- To 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.
- To engender positive digital citizenship, inculcating an ethos of understanding responsibilities and exercising personal and organisational ‘rights’ in an ethical, responsible and sustainable manner
What is Level 5 qualification Equivalent to?
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.
How is Assessment done?
- Assessment is done via submission of Assignments
- There are no written exams
Is the Qualification Accredited?
The qualification is delivered by London School of Business and Research (LSBR) and it is awarded by Qualifi, UK – an Awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator – OfQual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). All of the qualifications are listed on the OfQual register.
Can the course fee be paid in Instalments?
Yes, the course fee can be paid in Instalment.
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Additional information
Duration | 9 months (Fast Track 6 months course also available) |
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Credits | 120 UK Credits / 60 ECTS |
Format | Online delivery with live lectures and webinars spread across the duration of the course |
Accreditation | Ofqual, UK accredited and globally recognised qualification |
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Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security (Fast Track mode)
£1,299
Additional information
Duration | Fast Track 6 months (Regular 9 months course also available) |
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Credits | 120 UK Credits / 60 ECTS |
Format | Online delivery with live lectures and webinars spread across the duration of the course |
Accreditation | Ofqual, UK accredited and globally recognised qualification |
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Syllabus
This Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. The Diploma is accredited at Level 5 with a total equivalence of 120 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing this Level 5 programme will progress to a university Level 6 Top-Up programme in the risk management field.
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(Total Credits: 120)
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification consists of 4 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits
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