Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT and Cyber Security

Specifications

1. Qualification title: Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT and Cyber Security

2. Qualification type: Vocational Related Qualification

3. Level: 3

4. Accreditation status: Accredited

5. TQT: 1800

6. Guided learning hours: 1009

7. Credit Equivalency: 180

8. Qualification number (RQF) : 610/5598/0

9. Availability: UK and International

10. Course Length: 12 Months or More

11. Study Mode: Online, Blended, On Campus.

12. Fees: On campus £9,950

13. Progression routes: QUALIFI Level 4 Diplomas.Employment in an associated profession.

14. Progression FAQ’s: https://qualifi.net/progression-faqs/

Qualification Overview

All of the QUALIFI Level 3 Extended Diplomas in this specification are made up of 180 credits which equates to 1800 hours of TQT.

Learners will complete 60 credits consisting of generic units and then choose their subject area to complete another 120 credits.

Units

Mandatory Units

1. English for Studies in Higher Education
2. Communication and Cultural Skills for Higher Education
3. An Introduction to the Business Environment
4. Business Resources
5. An Introduction to Marketing
6. Human Resource Management
7. Computer Systems
8. Coding and Website Development
9. Networks
10. Mobile Communications
11. Cyber Security
12. Social Media for Business
13. Threat and Risk: Expecting the Unexpected
14. Network Architecture: Communications and Protocols
15. Mobile Device and Data Risks
16. Investigations and Incident Response
17. Solutions: Future-Proofing your Business
18. EU GDPR and Data Security

Learning Outcomes

The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding

The ability to think independently and solve problems. Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems. Recognise the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research, appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists Transferable skills and knowledge that will enable individuals to meet changes in business. To motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.

Entry Requirements

Approved Centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to the applicant’s ability to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre, will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.

The qualifications have been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access, for this qualification applicants must be aged 18 or over.

In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.