Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security

This course provides 120 credits.

Modules

Month 1 - Unit 01 - Cryptography
Month 2 - Unit 02 - Digital Investigations and Forensics
Month 3 - Unit 03 - Communications and Incident Management
Month 4 - Unit 04 - Strategic Leadership
Month 5 - Coursework
Month 6 - Qualification Certificate and Transcript are Awarded to Students

The methods for assessing student performance are through an assignment of each module to evaluate different aspects of learning outcomes.

In order to pass a unit, a learner must achieve 50% marks in each assignment.

Main

• You’ll need a qualifications at Level 4 or equivalent in a related subject area. or
• Learners who have some technical and risk management work experience in a computing or security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals; or
• Learners who possess a Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their
  careers in cyber security and/or risk management.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification.

If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements. Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course, please email admissions@ofgad.com for further information.