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Cyber Security HNC

Course code: P04796

Subject area: Computing

Study level: Undergraduate

Course level: 4

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Various

Course date:

4th Nov 2025 - 27th Jun 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Enhance your cyber security career with our HNC in Cyber Security
This Level 4 course provides a perfect blend of theory and practice for the aspiring cyber security professional. It is designed to develop your technical skills and knowledge, enabling you to meet the demands of the modern cyber security industry.

What Our HNC Programme Offers:

Hands-on Experience - Practical workshops complemented by state-of-the-art computer facilities.

Industry-Relevant Curriculum - Courses tailored to match the evolving needs of the cyber security sector.

Expert Tutors - Learn from experienced professionals with a passion for teaching.

Progression Opportunities - A stepping stone to further study or enhanced career prospects.

Join us and turn your cyber security aspirations into reality. Apply now and start shaping the future!

The Level 4 units provide a broad introduction to the cyber security sector along with a focused study on cyber security.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Gain a wide range of cyber security knowledge

• Develop practical skills through research, independent study, directed study, and workplace scenarios

• Engage in vocational activities to cultivate professional behaviours and transferable skills

Course units
Core Units will include:

• Programming

• Networking

• Professional Practice

• Database Design & Development

• Security

• Planning a Computing Project

• Specialist Unit :Cyber Security

• Plus one optional unit

Transferable Skills Acquired:

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Research

• Analysis

These skills are highly valued in higher education and the workplace.

Competence by the End of Level 4:

• Sound knowledge of basic cyber security concepts

• Competence in subject-specific skills and general skills relevant to key areas of cyber security

• Ability to develop and apply ideas, deal with uncertainty and complexity, explore solutions, demonstrate critical evaluation, and integrate theory with practice

What next?
The Level 4 HNC offers a strong foundation for students looking to advance in their studies or careers in the cyber security sector.

Upon successful completion of the Level 4 HNC, students can:

• Enter employment in the cyber security sector.

• Continue in their current employment with enhanced skills.

• Connect with relevant professional bodies.

• Commit to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

• Progress to university for further academic advancement.

This certificate sets the stage for both immediate employment opportunities and further academic pursuits, ensuring a versatile pathway in Cyber Security.

Entry criteria
To apply for this course, applicants should meet one of the following criteria:
• Level 3 Qualification in Cyber Security
• A Level Profile: Strong performance in a relevant subject, or adequate performance in multiple GCE subjects. Supported by GCSE grades A* to C (or equivalent) in subjects like Mathematics and English (grades 9 to 4 in the new grading system).
• Other Related Level 3 Qualifications
• Access to Higher Education Diploma: From an approved further education institution.
• Relevant Work Experience
• International Equivalent: To the above qualifications.
Fee information
Tuition Fee: £6,000 total/ £3,000 per year

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£0.00

Qualifications received
HNC in Computing (Cyber Security)