Computing (Cyber Security)

Greater Manchester has a vital and growing IT and Digital industries sector with key developments such as Media City that are driving job creation. There are more opportunities than ever to become an I.T. professional and to develop an exciting and potentially prosperous career in I.T. and Computing. The field of I.T. and Computing are constantly evolving – new developments in I.T. infrastructure in retail, manufacturing, business systems and the web means that there will always be the demand for well qualified and experienced I.T. professionals. By undertaking the Pearson Higher National Certificate in Computing you can build a strong foundation of essential knowledge and hands-on practical skills to ensure that you are well positioned to enter or progress further in I.T. and Computing job roles specialising in Cyber Security.

The course is taught by expert teaching staff with a wide range of industrial experience. Learning in state-of-the-art rooms, learners will use industry standard hardware and software and have access to extensive VLE with resources and online submission. There is also a games design & development studio with VR technologies.

At Tameside College we recognise that your outcome from your programme should be finding that perfect job role or progressing on your career path, so we help you to become more employable as a result of undertaking this programme. Tameside College has links with a range of employers through links with Tameside Means Business.

Course content and format

This is a full-time programme which comprises of 8 modules studied over one year. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, case studies, assessments, group work, practical work, projects, extended writing and interactive activities.

Mandatory Core Units:
· Programming
· Networking
· Professional Practice
· Database Design & Development
· Security
· Planning a Computer Project

Additional Unit:
· Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Intelligent Systems

Specialist Mandatory Unit (Pathway-specific):
· Cyber Security

The program integrates theory and practical skills, preparing students to address real-world challenges in cyber security and equipping them to defend against ever-evolving threats.

https://he.tameside.ac.uk/course/higher-national-certificate-in-computing-cyber-security

To pass the course, you’ll need to complete all units through:
· Practical assessments
· Written assignments