Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing for England – Cyber Security

Satisfactory completion of Level 4 Higher National Certificate in relevant computing-related subjects with a good attendance and an excellent College report. External applicants will be considered subject to matching of HNC units and satisfactory references. All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent. Mature students with appropriate related industry experience are encouraged to apply.

Security is now a crucial part of business, and consequently the demand for highly skills and knowledgeable professionals is increasing. This Pearson BTEC L5 HND Computing- Cyber Security has been created to meet global demand for skilled individuals who understand how computers work, how networks are designed, built and configured, how Cybersecurity works in an age where the online world is so vulnerable to attacks and how software is used to monitor and secure these systems. It covers a broad range of computing specialisms and it will open the door to a vast range of careers within this industry. From day one, you will be immersed in an exciting, innovative environment where you will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills, which will be directly relatable to your future career.

You will learn how to help organisations to keep their businesses and customers safe with this practical course that will develop your professional and technical skills.
The course offers opportunities for Cisco (Cybersecurity Essentials), Cisco (IoT), etc. module certifications through Net Academy.

• 75% classroom-based learning supervised by a tutor
  
• 20% work-based learning supervised by a tutor
  
• 5% e-Learning supervised by a tutor in real time, guest speakers and field trips (Optional).
  
  Students will attend college for 15 hours – over three days. Students are expected to complete approximately 22.5 hours per week of independent study (i.e. on research in LRC and completing assignments).
  

Assessment is through a series of assignments including 95% written assignments, 4% group work, 1% presentations.
The grades in each subject unit are shown as:

• pass
  
• merit
  
• distinction.
  

Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on

• Assessment and grading
  
• College rules and resources
  
• Student support and representation.
  
  Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students.
  
  UCAS code: C401
  
  For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2024-25 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HRUC (and HCUC as we were know before Jan 2023) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information.
  
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There is a shortage of skilled professionals in Cyber Security and it's regarded as a critical area by business and government. Careers include IT professionals, penetration testers, digital forensic investigators, software developers, systems engineers and technical analysts.

The Pearson Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing-Security is recognised by higher education providers, as meeting admission requirements to many relevant computing-related courses. Details of entry requirements for BTEC Higher National graduates into degree programmes at institutions in the UK and internationally can be found on the Degree Course Finder website (http://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com/). Or @ http://UCAS.com. BSc degree programmes and MSc programmes after suitable post-diploma experience.

Home student fee: £6,000

International student fee: £8,500. There is also a registration fee for international students. This is between £115-25.

The fees quoted are for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.

Fees will be no higher than those published, subject to an Access and Participation Plan being approved by the Office for Students.

Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government.

For information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College please contact the Careers Team on 01895 853333.

If you are unsure about your status, please contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students.

All applications for HND courses are through UCAS (Universities and College Admissions Service). For an application pack, contact UCAS on 01242 227788 or visit www.ucas.com

For information and advice from the College you can also make an initial application by clicking the Apply Now button. Our Careers Team can provide you with support and advice to help you through the UCAS process.