OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security

Regulated by Ofqual, UK

Duration: One year full-time | two years part-time.

Delivery method: 100% online, self-paced.

Assessment: Assignments | Reports | Presentations

  • This programme is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above. The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:

    • Relevant Level 3 Diploma or equivalent qualification

    • GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification

    • Mature learners (over 21) with relevant experience

    English requirements: Students from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate English language capability at a level equivalent to CEFR B2, or undergo an online English language proficiency test with Rosella Institute.

  • This is an OTHM Level 4 qualification. Approved and regulated by (Ofqual) Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation in England.

    1. Information Technology Security (20 credits)

    2. Principles of Computer Science (20 credits)

    3. Algorithms and Data Structures (20 credits)

    4. Computer Networks (20 credits)

    5. Mathematics for Computer Science (20 credits)

    6. Operating Systems (20 credits)

  • Upon successful completion of this programme students will be eligible for direct entry into Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

Credits: 120

Ofqual Qualification No.: 610/5103/2

Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security is to give learners a solid background in the theoretical and practical skills necessary to understand the range of cyber security risks that face individuals and organisations in the modern day.

Learners will gain a background in fundamental topics in computer science and mathematics that will help them to competently explain and reason about topics in the domain of security. After completing the qualification, learners will have a broad understanding of information technology, computer architecture and networks, and operating systems. They will also have acquired a wealth of practical skills that enable them to develop essential digital applications and software such as databases and deep neural networks.

The qualification provides learners with a grasp of essential digital security practices and develops within them an understanding of the mindset of malicious threat actors. Learners will gain an appreciation for the common security problems that are exploited, as well as the skills to understand, analyse, mitigate, prevent, and recover from modern cyber security attacks.

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to take on a variety of roles within the field of cyber security with confidence, and to progress to further study in the fields of computer science or security.