admin Programme Overview
This programme explores how organisations protect information, systems and users against a range of digital security threats. The curriculum examines security architecture, networks, cryptography, incident response, risk and governance, linking conceptual study with current questions in responsible protection of digital assets and services.
Technical and scenario-based activities develop your ability to identify vulnerabilities, interpret evidence and recommend proportionate security controls. You will work through guided activities, applied scenarios and peer discussion, developing a disciplined approach to evidence, communication and independent work.
The curriculum treats cyber security as a socio-technical discipline, combining technical knowledge with legal, ethical and organisational awareness. Learning is organised for online participation, with clear milestones, tutor feedback and space to connect ideas across the programme. Throughout, opportunities to compare perspectives and receive formative feedback help consolidate your understanding, refine your judgement and prepare you to engage confidently with unfamiliar professional challenges. The final stage invites you to bring your learning together in a sustained piece of work.
What You’ll Learn
- Identify common threats, vulnerabilities and control measures
- Apply secure design principles to digital systems
- Interpret security incidents and response processes
- Explain network and cryptographic security concepts
- Assess cyber risk and governance requirements
- Communicate security recommendations for varied audiences
Programme Structure
Level 4
- Programming Fundamentals
- Computer Networks
- Computer Systems
- Introduction to Cyber Security
- Academic Practice for Computing
Level 5
- Network Security
- Secure Software Development
- Digital Forensics Fundamentals
- Cryptography and Security Protocols
- Cyber Risk and Governance
Level 6
- Incident Response and Security Operations
- Ethical Hacking Principles
- Cloud Security
- Cyber Law and Professional Practice
- Cyber Security Project
Entry Requirements
Applicants are normally expected to have completed secondary education or an equivalent qualification. A basic grounding in mathematics or computing is helpful for this programme. Relevant work experience and prior learning may also be considered.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate English-language proficiency appropriate for degree-level study. Equivalent evidence of English proficiency may be considered as part of the application.
Assessment
Assessment may include technical exercises, practical coursework, reports, designs, demonstrations, portfolio work, presentations and a substantial final project. Examination-style assessments may be used where they provide a suitable way to assess underlying concepts and analytical reasoning.
Career Opportunities
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Security Operations Centre Analyst
- Information Security Assistant
- Digital Forensics Assistant
- Vulnerability Management Analyst
- IT Risk Analyst
Further Study
Graduates may progress to specialised master’s study in cyber security, digital forensics, information assurance, data protection or wider computing disciplines.