Cyber Security (HTQ)

University Centre Leeds, Leeds City College
Undergraduate FD Full-time 2 Years Software engineering

A-Level Entry

DD

UCAS Points

48 points

About this course

Fight the climb in cyber crime and help reduce the threat of online crime on individuals, organisations and governments. This course will provide you with the technical and analytical skills in cyber security needed to combat and catch cyber criminals and succeed in this exciting and ever-evolving industry.

This course emphasises the essential hands-on knowledge and skills demanded by employers. You will develop practical skills in computer forensics and implementing secure networks. Additionally, you will explore networks and learn about scripting, ethical hacking, attacking and defending infrastructures and operating systems such as Linux.

As you progress through this course you will learn how to identify and fix system vulnerabilities as well as gaining knowledge of data security and cryptography. Additionally, you will learn how to draw on your theoretical knowledge and apply practical cyber security skills to fight cyber crime.

Work across a wide range of cyber security software platforms as you learn to secure networks and operating systems. Learn how to detect, deter and defend and be at the frontline of the fight against international cyber criminals.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades DD
UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
BTEC MPP

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time day

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: FD

Location: Leeds

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: FD

Location: Leeds

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2139 Information technology professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
3131 IT operations technicians
3132 IT user support technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree - FD
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Leeds
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Software engineering