Qualification Title: Certificate Level 3 Cyber Security Management and Operations
Level: 3
ECTS: 30
Progression routes: Level 4 Diploma
The qualification has been created to develop those learners who are looking to choose, or already have chosen, a career in a business-related sector. It encourages both academic and professional development to help learners realise their potential and that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. It provides a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security sector.
Qualification Title: Certificate Level 5 Extended Cyber Security
Level: 5
ECTS: 120
Progression routes: A Level 6 University Degree (Top-Up) course or directly into employment in an associated profession.
The rationale of this qualification is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security and risk management sector. The course focuses on cyber security as a workplace management discipline, combining technical measures with management and leadership skills. It is flexible, online, and suited for those already in work or seeking structured management competency in information security, risk management, and organizational resilience.
Qualification Title: Certificate Level 7 Cyber Security
Level: 7
Credit Equivalency: 120
Progression routes: A university partner to complete a full master’s degree or directly into employment in an associated profession.
The Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security provides advanced knowledge of the industry by deepening awareness of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies. It aims to equip learners with knowledge, understanding, and skills for a career in the cyber security sector. The course develops critical thinking, research skills, and expertise in security management, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cloud security.
