Certificate in Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- 4 months
- Full-time +1
- Certificate
A short certificate introducing security concepts for IT professionals and students.
Cybersecurity
Diploma in Cybersecurity
Network defence, security monitoring and risk fundamentals for an entry-level security role.
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Duration18 months
Study modeFull-time, Part-time
Qualification levelDiploma
Teaching languageEnglish
Programme codeDEMO-CYB-01
Overview
Students work through the security lifecycle: identifying assets and threats, hardening systems, monitoring for incidents and responding to them in a lab environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain common attack techniques and defences
- Configure firewalls, segmentation and secure remote access
- Monitor logs and triage security alerts
- Document incidents to a professional standard
Course Modules
- 01Security FoundationsCIA triad, risk and governance.
- 02Network DefenceFirewalls, segmentation and VPNs.
- 03Operating System HardeningBaselines, patching and access control.
- 04Monitoring & Incident ResponseLogs, alerts and response playbooks.
- 05Applied Security LabHands-on defensive exercises.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a recognised school-leaving qualification. Familiarity with networking fundamentals is advantageous.
Fees & Payment
Fee information is available from the admissions team.
Enquire NowUpcoming Intakes
| Preferred intake | Starts | Applications close | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February intake | 28 December 2026 | 18 December 2026 | Limited places |
Career Opportunities
- Security operations analyst (junior)
- IT support with security focus
- Network administrator
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