Apprenticeship
HND
Computing & Digital Technologies
Computing for England (Cyber Security) Level 5 HND/HTQ
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What You'll Study
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Overview
This HTQ Level 5 course is built to give you a robust skill set and in depth knowledge across many different facets of computing. The first year covers a range of subjects relating to computer fundamentals, including programming, networking and website design. These give you the background knowledge needed to approach the more advanced subjects in year 2 and to complete the final research project.
Across the two year programme, you will gain a comprehensive and strategic understanding of information security within modern computing environments. The content covers the principles and practices of protecting sensitive information. There is an emphasis on developing robust security policies, risk management and putting security controls into practice.
Applied cryptography in the cloud gives you the knowledge and practical skills to secure data in cloud environments. This unit looks at cryptographic techniques tailored to the cloud, making sure that you can put robust encryption strategies into practice in the dynamic and distributed nature of cloud computing.
This Higher Technical Qualification is delivered as part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT), a regional partnership of leading colleges, universities and employers. As a GMIoT student, you will join an industry focused learning community and may benefit from a range of industry led learning opportunities.
These opportunities can include access to innovative facilities, industry inspired projects, workplace visits, guest speakers, mentoring, competitions and other activities that help you develop the specialist, in demand skills your chosen sector requires. The additional opportunities offered through the GMIoT vary based on employer availability and project activity, but membership ensures that you are part of a network committed to preparing the region’s future technical workforce.
What You’ll Learn
The course also looks at the critical aspect of digital forensics in a specialist unit.
You will gain insights into the investigative techniques and tools that are essential for identifying, preserving and analysing digital evidence.
Recognising the integral role that information security plays within broader business processes, the unit on business process support explores where technology and organisational workflows meet.
Assessment
You are assessed through internal assignments that the centre develops, and through Pearson set assignments, which target industry specific skills.
Units are assessed using a range of methods, including reports, presentations, practical workshops, and portfolios and evidence.
Progression
You may complete our 1 year BSc (Hons) Computing (Cyber Security) top up, which is awarded by Sheffield Hallam University. Alternative top up degree courses include:
- BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensic Computing
- BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technologies
- BSc (Hons) Digital Technologies (Cyber Security)
Entry Requirements
- Applications are considered on an individual basis
- 64 UCAS points from either a L3 qualification in a relevant subject, GCE A levels or an Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant area
- 4 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above, including Maths and English, should be held by successful applicants
- You are welcome to apply as a mature student with relevant work experience and/or professional qualifications, and you may be invited to interview
Study Options
This course is full time over 2 years, at 12 hours per week, at Stockport College.
There are no essential additional costs to this course, but you will need access to a suitable laptop or similar for work outside of teaching hours.
This course is validated by Pearson
What You'll Study
Level 4
Programming
Networking
Professional Practice
Database Design and Development
Security
Planning a Computing Project
Cyber Security
Website Design and Development
Level 5
Computing Research Project
Business Process Support
Applied Cryptography in the Cloud
Forensics
Information Security Management
Internet of Things
Client/Server Computing Systems