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Course Overview:
The Programme Specification provides a comprehensive overview of the Level 5 Extended
Diploma in Cyber Security. It includes the structure and content of the programme, the required
entry-level qualifications, and the learning outcomes students will achieve throughout the course.
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the programme are elaborated upon. Relevant links are included for your convenience.
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Entry Requirements :
- Must Complete Level 3 Diploma.
- Age 17 or Over Before 31st December.
- Must Have Passed GCSE/ GCE O Level with Grade A to C
Credit Value :
- 120 Credit Per Year.
- 240 Credit in Total for 2 Years.
Progression Route :
After Successful Completion of IQF Level 5
Extended Diploma, Direct Entry to The Final
Year of The University of Hertfordshire.
Course Content
UNIT 1. CYBER SECURITY FANDAMENTALS
UNIT 2: CYBER SECURITY POLICIES AND GOVERNANCE
UNIT 3: NETWORK SECURITY
UNIT 4: OPERATING SYSTEM SECURITY
UNIT 5: APPLICATION SECURITY
UNIT 6: CRYPTOGRAPHY
UNIT 7. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
UNIT 8: ETHICAL HACKING AND PENETRATION TESTING
UNIT 9: DIGITAL FORENSICS AND INCIDENT RESPONSE
UNIT 10: MALWARE ANALYSIS AND REVERSE ENGINEERING
UNIT 11: CLOUD SECURITY
UNIT 12: CAPSTONE PROJECT
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