Launching into Cyber Security

This course has been designed for individuals who are looking to climb the career ladder, take the first step into a computing role or progress onto postgraduate study. You’ll investigate various theories and practices relating to cyber security, before having the opportunity to engage with the future developments in this fast-growing sector. Not only will you build on your cyber security knowledge, but you’ll also gain a strong awareness of the ethical and professional responsibilities within the area.

There’s a strong focus on various topics such as:

• cyber security professional roles, skillset, ethical and legal responsibilities, and resources available
• introduction to computing infrastructure and operating systems
• threats and security in software and network systems
• introduction to cyber security concepts, such as cryptography, penetration testing and ethical hacking
• fields and emerging trends in cyber security, such as Cloud Computing technologies and Internet of Things
• object-oriented analysis, design and programming techniques for secured systems
• database design and implementation

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a digital certificate confirming you’ve achieved 20 academic credits at postgraduate level. You will also have the opportunity to progress on to a PG Cert Cyber Security (60 credits), PG Dip Cyber Security (120 credits) or the full MSc Cyber Security (180 credits).

Please note, acceptance on to a postgraduate qualification is subject to meeting the entry requirements of your chosen programme.

How will you learn?

Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or in a café.

Our online professional courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including:

• multimedia lecturecasts made up of written content, short videos, animation, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and mini-assignments
• discussion forums for you to chat about the module content with fellow students
• live Q&A sessions with your tutors
• a comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journals
• support from academic staff and your dedicated Student Support team

This course is accredited by The CPD Certification Service, which provides independent CPD accreditation used to formally record CPD learning. Recognised in over 100 countries, the accreditation is compatible with international requirements and confirms our courses achieve qualitative standards required by professional bodies, institutional associations and education providers.

We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellant online education.