The FdSc Cyber Security and Networking has been developed in partnership with employers, reflecting local and national demand for Cyber Security professionals. This programme has been mapped to the IfA HTQ ST1021 standard (Cyber Security Technologist).

Cyber Security Technologists all require an understanding of security concepts and technology and how to mitigate risks arising from threats. The specific tasks undertaken vary depending on what needs to be achieved by the team at any particular time. Some tasks may be very technical, others may be more analytical, business or user focused. All roles in this occupation work to achieve required cyber security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context in all parts of the economy. They develop and apply practical knowledge of information security to deliver solutions that fulfil an organisations requirement.

The broad purpose of the occupation is to apply an understanding of cyber security to protect organisations, systems, information, personal data and people from attacks and unauthorised access.

This programme has been designed to give you a step off point after two years with a Foundation degree, but we provide a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking (Top up) for those applicants wishing to achieve a full degree.