Program Overview
This practical degree in Cyber Security equips students with in-demand skills to protect network systems and data from cyber-attacks. Through a combination of core modules and optional courses, students explore cutting-edge technologies, strategies, and industry standards. The program is accredited by BCS and offers real-world experience through partnerships with industry leaders, preparing graduates for careers as cyber security analysts and systems analysts.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This practical degree course enables you to develop in-demand skills in a growing industry. You will explore a range of professional topics with your future career in mind. You will learn cutting-edge technologies, processes, strategies, policies, and industry-standards to protect network systems and data from cyber-attacks at both individual and enterprise level.
Outline:
Year One
- Core Modules:
- Problem Solving though Programming
- Introduction to Networks and Security
- Network Applications
- Introduction to Databases
- Routing and Switching
- Cyber Security Essentials
Year Two
- Core Modules:
- Network Systems Automation
- Ethical Hacking and Pen Testing
- Network Implementation
- Research Methods Project
- Threat Intelligence Analysis
- Network Security
Year Three
- Core Modules:
- Dissertation Project
- Industrial Consulting Project
- CyberOps
- Optional Modules:
- Cybercrime and Digital Forensics
- Internet of Things
- Cloud Computing and Virtualisation
- Network Management
Assessment:
You may be assessed by a combination of:
- Coursework
- Individual presentations
- In-class tests
- Online tests
- Practical activities
Teaching:
You will learn by:
- Directed learning
- Collaborative learning
- Guided learning
Careers:
- Cyber security analyst
- Systems analyst
Other:
- The course is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
- The course is part of the South Coast Institute of Technology, a collaboration of FE colleges and universities offering courses that can lead to a wide range of exciting career pathways to boost employability.
- You will study in the South East which continues to dominate the tech industry, alongside London (BDO UK, Nov 2022).
- UK, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fees: £9,250 per year
- International full-time fees: £16,125 per year
