Computing Cyber Security for England

Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge College
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 32 Weeks Computer science

UCAS Points

48 - 64 points

About this course

The Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Computing-Security, is designed to train tomorrow’s security professionals, combining fundamental concepts and principles with exposure to current technologies and solutions. You will gain a practical understanding of key issues relating to the design, analysis and implementation of modern IT security systems. Also, you’ll develop understanding of how network security systems function and how they might be abused and how security fits into business and commerce through applied learning. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and practical skills that underpin the study, Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals Certificate in Computing-Security, gives students the experience of the breadth and depth of the sector, which will prepare them for further study, training or to pursue a wide array of career pathways within the public, private and charity sectors.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 48 - 64 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2139 Information technology professionals
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
2141 Web design professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
2134 Programmers and software development professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
32 Weeks
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Uxbridge
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science