Computing for England (Cyber Security) HTQ

This two-year Higher Technical Qualification at CU Scarborough builds knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, along with defensive techniques and incident handling, and study focuses on practical hardening methods alongside theory. The course leads to a Level 5 HND. Students explore fundamental principles and concepts, study the nature of cybercrime and the actors behind it, and examine responsibilities in information assurance. Significant laboratory work allows students to build, interrogate and evaluate systems. Students also consider why cybercrime matters for personal data, devices and organisations. The pathways are mapped to occupational and professional body standards, and vendor-accredited certification indicates that students meet industry expectations. Vendor certification can help graduates demonstrate competence to employers. Students graduate with a clear view of cyber security careers. Graduates progress to direct employment on completion.