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Cybersecurity (Level 5 Foundation Degree - Open University)

Open University
Computing & IT

Course Overview

The course aims to create and prepare future professionals in the area of cyber security, whilst enhancing the learner’s technology knowledge and skills. The course team who will be involved in delivering the programme is committed to cultivating learners to develop their personal and professional technological skills and promote a lifelong learning ethos in the area of Cyber Security. The course will provide a broad-based learning environment that prepares graduates, who have successfully achieved the Foundation Degree, to either follow a productive career as professionals in the cyber security industry or to proceed to a higher academic qualification. Areas to be studied will include: • Equip students with a knowledge and understanding of the theory and principles underlying modern cyber security. • compare, analyse and evaluate a range of techniques, theories and methods applied to the development of applications and solutions.
  • Start Date
    8 Sept 2025
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    2 years full time / 3 years part time
  • Campus
    Strand Road

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  • Course: Open University Level 5 Foundation Degree Cybersecurity
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 08/09/2025
    Fees:
     Part time per annum fee to be confirmed
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You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

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)
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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.

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