
Cyber Security (HTQ) HNC
Course Overview - Cyber Security (HTQ) HNC
With the increasing trend of online and personal data, the systems that hold and store important information are exposed to a range of threats which constantly evolve and are becoming ever increasingly more complicated.
The course has been designed as a practical vocational course, with input from local, regional and national organisations. The course aims to develop and equip learners with not only the technical skills but also the employment/personal skills desired by employers. Through the tutorial process entrepreneurship is explored along with the opportunity for indus...
With the increasing trend of online and personal data, the systems that hold and store important information are exposed to a range of threats which constantly evolve and are becoming ever increasingly more complicated.<br/><br/>The course has been designed as a practical vocational course, with input from local, regional and national organisations. The course aims to develop and equip learners with not only the technical skills but also the employment/personal skills desired by employers. Through the tutorial process entrepreneurship is explored along with the opportunity for industry related certifications in order to maximise students employability. On successful completion of this course, students will have both a theoretical and practical understanding of a range of Cyber Security technologies and working practices. <br/><br/>On completion of this HNC, students can progress to Stage Two of the FdSc Cyber Security programme offered at the University Centre Truro and Penwith .
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Truro Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I130
Institution Code
T85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
From a relevant, full level 3 qualification.
Access to HE Diploma
P:45
In a relevant subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
In a relevant subject
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths are also required at grade 4/C or above. Contact us for more information if you do not have these, or if you have a level 2 equivalent qualification.
A level
D,D
In relevant subjects
T Level
P
In a relevant subject
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £4,625 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £5,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |