HND Cyber Security (Year 2)

Course Content

Cyber Security is a global key concern, protecting business systems and data from cyber threats and attacks. This course follows from HNC Cyber Security and provides the opportunity to broaden skills in Cyber Security related disciplines, helping prepare for progression to university or related work within the industry. Subjects covered include:

• Software Development
• Digital Forensics
• System Security and Monitoring
• Network Security

Teaching is in 16 hours per week over 3 days.

Entry Requirements

This is a progression course from HNC Cyber Security.

Entry Requirements:

 

 • Successful completion of HNC Cyber Security at D&A passing all 15 credits.

 • Successful completion of HNC Cyber Security at another college passing all 15 credits if the subject choices are compatible with the HND.

If you have completed your HNC at another college, please get in touch with us for advice and provide all the units you passed in your HNC.

 

Important: You cannot apply for HND Cyber Security  without passing HNC Cyber Security.

Method of Assessment

Each subject has continuous assessment, which may include multiple choice quizzes, written reports, presentations, coding and individual project work.

 • Ongoing Graded Unit Project.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the program, you'll be well-positioned to progress to university. Furthermore, this course opens the door to promising career opportunities within the Cyber Security or Technology Sectors.