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Launching into Cyber Security

Delivered 100% online and part-time, so you can fit studying around your existing work and family commitments.

University of Essex Online

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  • Alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee available if you’re a previous graduate with the...
Study method
Online
Duration
13 weeks · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
20 CPD hours / points
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  • Online professional course - Free
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Cyber security is a rapidly growing sector, so gain a broader understanding of it with this innovative online professional course that can be completed in just 13 weeks. You’ll investigate various theories and practices relating to cyber security. Along with learning how to apply algorithm and programming practices when developing secure programs.

Certificates

Online professional course

Digital certificate - Included

CPD

20 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Not only will you build on your cyber security knowledge, but you’ll also gain a strong awareness of the ethical and professional responsibilities within the area.

You’ll study the following topics including:

  • cyber security professional roles, skillset, ethical and legal responsibilities, and resources available
  • introduction to computing infrastructure and operating systems
  • threats and security in software and network systems
  • introduction to cyber security concepts, such as cryptography, penetration testing and ethical hacking
  • fields and emerging trends in cyber security, such as Cloud Computing technologies and Internet of Things
  • object-oriented analysis, design and programming techniques for secured systems
  • database design and implementation

Requirements

No formal qualifications or experience is necessary.

As our modules are delivered in English, a high proficiency of English is required. If English isn’t your first language, your ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.

You don’t need to prove your English ability if you’re a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, the countries listed on our website.

Career path

Once you’ve successfully completed the module, you have the opportunity to study one of our popular postgraduate computing courses – including a PG Cert, PG Dip or full Masters degree.

If you wish to continue your studies and boost your prospects, you could choose additional computing online professional courses, such as Understanding Artificial Intelligence or The Data Professional.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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