Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing (Cyber Security)
The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing (Cyber Security) aims to enhance your career and employability in the areas of Computing by developing a critical awareness and industry-centric skills required to succeed in the field.
About this Course
Course Overview
This diploma is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree, allowing students seamless transfers to a top-up degree with over 200 universities worldwide.
This course focuses on building current skills in specialist technical software development and allows students to develop up-to-date knowledge in programming and systems development. You will learn how to plan, design and implement a range of different software solutions using an array of computing and programming tools used in the market today.
On successful completion of the course, students will have explored the nature of cybercrime and cyber threat actors; investigated the roles and responsibilities in relation to information assurance; assessed the threats to and vulnerabilities in, ICT infrastructure; and investigated strategic responses to cyber security threats.
What will you achieve?
Upon completing the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Cyber Security) program, students will achieve a robust understanding of key computing concepts, with a particular focus on cyber security. They will develop practical skills in areas such as programming, networking, database design, and website development. Students will gain a strong foundation in the fundamentals of cyber security, including understanding threats, vulnerabilities, and defense strategies. They will also acquire hands-on experience with tools and technologies used in real-world IT and cyber security environments.
Additionally, students will enhance their professional skills, including problem-solving, project management, research, and communication, which are essential in both academic and workplace settings. By the end of the program, students will be able to apply their knowledge to design secure systems, manage IT infrastructure, analyze security risks, and respond to cyber incidents. This qualification will equip them with the necessary skills to pursue careers in a wide range of computing fields, including cyber security, IT support, network management, and software development.
Career opportunities
They support learners who want to develop knowledge and skills needed for vocational apprenticeship roles and allow for progression to job opportunities at trainee/entry levels. Jobs available in these areas include:
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Network Administrator
- IT Support Specialist
- Software Developer
- Database Administrator
- Security Consultant etc.
Entry requirements
- 17+ years minimum
- BTEC Level 3 in IT
- GSCE – Grade A* – C
- Other related Level 3 qualifications
- CBSE, ISE, NIOS or All state boards of grade 12
- Relevant work experience (2 years minimum)
- Pass Subject Proficiency Test
- Pass English Proficiency Test
Course outline
Key Points
- Advanced Python coding
- Professional web development and hosting
- Project on current computing topics.
- Develop security policies to mitigate risks in an organisation etc.
- Research project on current IT topics
- Crytography in the cloud
- Digital forensics in practical
Units
- Programming
- Networking
- Professional Practice
- Database Design & Development
- Security
- Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-Set)
- Cyber Security
- Website Design and Development
- Prototyping
- Computing Research Project (Pearson Set)
- Applied Cryptography in the Cloud
- Internet of Things
- Forensics
- Business Process Support
- Information Security Management
| Mandatory fees | VISA not required – AED | Out Country – AED | In Country – AED | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | 525 | 525 | 525 | Non refundable |
| Pearson Reg fee | 2,625 | 2,625 | 2,625 | per year including VAT |
| VISA fee | 0 | 2,625 | 4,200 | per year including VAT |
| Medical Insurance fee | 0 | 2,100 | 2,100 | per year including VAT |
| Security Deposit | 0 | 1,500 | 1,500 | per year excluding VAT |
| Net Tuition fee | 35,700 | 35,700 | 35,700 | per year including VAT |
| Total fees | 38,850 | 45,075 | 46,650 | per year including VAT |
Progression
Student can progress to pursue the below programmes:
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security)
- BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Top up
- Specialized degrees in Data Science, Software Engineering, or Digital Forensics
Admission process for all programs:
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