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Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security
Open University

Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security

OPEN UNIVERSITY

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Distance without attendance | Distance Learning | 2 years | FEB-26

Study mode

Distance without attendance

Duration

2 years

Start date

FEB-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Diploma

Subject areas

Information Security

Course Summary

Our cyber security diploma covers a range of topics, which includes information security, digital forensics and system security concepts. It also incorporates transferable skills applicable to professional development. Cyber security is a growing concern for organisations of all sizes, and the industry is currently experiencing a major skills gap and global demand for cyber security professionals. Our industry-relevant cyber security diploma provides a rigorous approach to the study and application of cyber security. From here, you can progress onto our MSc in Cyber Security.

Modules

Network security (T828) (30 Credits)
With organisations increasingly dependent on their information systems, there is a greater need to ensure that the underlying network infrastructure being used by these systems is secure. We are a leading Cisco Academy and this Cisco Certified Networking Associate Security (CCNA-S) module will give you a foundation to prepare for the CCNA CyberOps certification. It will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and practical experience of managing secure communication across a large-scale internetwork using Cisco equipment. You will also be expected to undertake individual research to contextualise your Cisco study in the broader security management environment.
Digital forensics (M812) (30 Credits)
Information security (M811) (30 Credits)
Systems security (M817) (30 Credits)

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£7,100

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£12,290

Entry requirements

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