Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations
Start your cyber security journey with the Level 3 Diploma. Learn network security, ethical hacking, digital protection, and progress to higher education in Cyber Security.
Programme overview
The qualification has been created to develop those learners who are looking to choose, or already have chosen, a career in a business-related sector. 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 rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security sector.
This qualification consists of six key modules, designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in Cybersecurity.
The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full understanding; The ability to think independently and solve problems Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks Motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.
Graduates of this programme can pursue roles such as:
Additionally, students can progress to the Level 5 Extended in Information Technology , which leads student to final year of BSc (Hons) Computer Science or BSc Software Engineering degree further enhancing their qualifications for higher education.
Your progression route
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Cyber Security → BSc Computer Science / BSc Software Engineering
Areas you’ll explore
- Threat and Risk: Expecting the Unexpected
- Network Architecture: Communications and Protocols
- Mobile Device and Data Risks
- Investigations and Incident Response
- Solutions: Future-Proofing your Business
- EU GDPR and Data Security
- - Cyber Security Support Technician - IT Support Technician - Network Support Technician - Information Security Assistant - Junior Security Analyst - Systems Support Assistant - Qualification Frameworks Technician - Technical Support Specialist - Network Administrator Assistant - SOC (Security Operations Centre) Support Assistant
Learning outcomes
- Threat and Risk: Expecting the Unexpected
- Network Architecture: Communications and Protocols
- Mobile Device and Data Risks
- Investigations and Incident Response
- Solutions: Future-Proofing your Business
- EU GDPR and Data Security
- - Cyber Security Support Technician - IT Support Technician - Network Support Technician - Information Security Assistant - Junior Security Analyst - Systems Support Assistant - Qualification Frameworks Technician - Technical Support Specialist - Network Administrator Assistant - SOC (Security Operations Centre) Support Assistant
Who can apply?
Admissions will review your academic background and the requirements for your chosen route.