Cyber Security (SCQF level 5) NPA

What is special about this course?

Cyber security is essential for the success of the virtual economy, education and community and acknowledges the idea that developing the capability to understand the fundamental tools and techniques of Data Security, Digital forensics and Ethical Hacking is important in ensuring that learners are aware of their responsibilities within these virtual communities.

This National Progression Award in Cyber Computing is made up of three core units to complete the award.

Entry requirements

  • Evidence of core skills at a level 4 in communications, numeracy and ICT.
  • Adult returners who do not meet the entry requirements above – successful completion of adult returner assessment demonstrating evidence of communication, numeracy and IT ability at a level 4.  
  • Data Security
  • Digital Forensics
  • Ethical Hacking

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Distance learning
  • Online

Students will be required to either attend classes or keep up to date with classes via video recordings on the virtual learning environment. 

How long will my course last?

1 Academic Year

Where can I study my course?

    • Thurso

    Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.

Start date

September

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our Tuition Fees information.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Completed students may progress onto HNC Computing

Is there more information available online?

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Apply for Cyber Security (SCQF level 5) NPA

I want to start in 2023/24

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North Highland. Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI North Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.