Student Handbook 2024/25
Cybersecurity (Level 5 Foundation Degree - Open University)
Open University
Computing & IT
Available Sessions
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Networking Fundamentals (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Programming Essentials (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Network Data Security (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Cyber Security Fundamentals (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Computing Mathematics (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 1 Level 4 Module: Ethical Hacking (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 2 Level 5 Module: Mobile Devices & Cloud Security (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 2 Level 5 Module: Responsive Incident Management (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 2 Level 5 Module: Server Management and Security (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 2 Level 5 Module: Cyber Security Implementation (20 Credit Points)
- YEAR 2 Level 5 Module: Work Based Learning or Project Management (Project Management for International Students Only) (40 Credit Points)
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
48 UCAS points (APEL applicable) plus GCSE Grade C or above English Langauge and Mathematics (or equivalent).ROI Requirements
48 UCAS point – (APEL applicable) plus OLC (Grade O4 or above) to include Maths and English; OR APEL (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning) may apply for entry (visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply for details).Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Attendance at Information Session
Work Placement
Work Placement, 12 weeks, in year 2 of the FT and year 3 of the PT programme.
What's Next?
Further Study
Depending on grades achieved there is opportunity to progress onto a OU top-up Degree.Career Prospects
The Foundation Degree in Cyber Security is aimed at individuals who intend to follow either a professional or academic career pathway in the area of Cyber Security. e.g. Cybersecurity Analyst: Monitor and protect an organization’s IT infrastructure from cyber threats. Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker): Test systems for vulnerabilities by simulating cyberattacks. Security Consultant: Advise organisations on best practices for securing their systems and data. Incident Responder: Handle and mitigate security breaches and cyber incidents. Security Engineer: Design and implement secure network solutions to protect against cyber threats.Enquiry
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My time at the College has been amazing. The tutors are so helpful and encouraging, even in these difficult times where things are anything but normal. I can not recommend this course enough for anyone who has a passion for Art and Design!Rachel Buckley -
I studied Level 2 Maths and English and successfully passed both. It was a great course, and it was great working in a smaller group. I’ve made friends for life and I’m considering progressing to another part-time course with the College.Paul Cotton (Strabane)