Overview
Cyber Security HNC (Full time)The Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in computing is a valuable qualification recognised by industry which allows you to develop your knowledge and skills in computing at a higher level.
The course forms the first year of the new higher technical qualification in Cyber Security (HND) and can lead to a BSc (Hons) degree or employment.
You will study a range of units including the specialist Cyber Security unit, programming, networking, professional practice, database design and development, security, project and website design.
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Important information
- No. of contact hours
12 hours per week
- Expected self-study
12 hours per week
- Regulatory body
Pearson
- UCAS code
CYBC
- Student Loans Company code
944775
Course information
GCSEs A*-C/ 9-4 in English and Maths/equivalent Functional skills.
AND
32-48 UCAS tariff points including a computing subject.
OR
IT Apprenticeship Level 3
OR
Digital T Level
OR
BTEC Level 3 qualification in computing
OR
An Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Computing or related subject.
The units you are studying will include:
- Programming
- Networking
- Professional Practice
- Database Design & Development
- Security
- Planning a Computing Project
- Cyber Security
- Website Design & Development
100% assessed through written and practical assessment.
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Computing (Cyber Security).
It may be possible to gain additional vendor qualifications for example Cisco and CompTIA.
This course leads directly on to the HND. On successful completion of this, you can apply to study an additional year at Bedford College to gain a full BSc (Hons) degree, progress to a university, or you can enter employment.
To complement your course you will:
- Hear from a range of guest speakers from the computing sector
- Attend a relevant trip
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk
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Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
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Accessibility
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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
