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Free Cyber Security Course in Aylesbury

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
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About this course

Free Cyber Security Course in Aylesbury. Classes run at Buckinghamshire New University, Aylesbury Campus, with most study done online and some sessions at the centre. The course runs over 10 weeks, part-time in the evenings, so you can fit it around work. You'll build practical skills in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management and network security. The programme is aligned to the Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist standard and covers real workplace scenarios through a capstone project. You need to be aged 19 or over and meet Buckinghamshire residency requirements.

Who this course is for

Cyber Security Skills Bootcamp is for adults in Buckinghamshire who want to build practical cybersecurity skills for the modern digital workplace. This course is suitable for people looking to start a career in cybersecurity, working professionals who want to upskill, self-employed learners, career changers, and people interested in protecting systems, networks, data and users from cyber threats. It may be particularly useful for learners interested in roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst, SOC Analyst, Cyber Security Technician, IT Security Support, Cyber Risk Support or other entry-level digital security roles. The course is suitable for beginners. You do not need previous cybersecurity work experience to apply, but you should be interested in technology, problem-solving, digital systems and online safety. Learners will build practical knowledge of cyber threats, security principles, risk, networks, incident response and workplace cybersecurity practices. The programme is aligned to the Skills England Occupational Standard: Cyber Security Technologist, ST0124, Level 4.

Entry requirements

No prior cybersecurity work experience is required. Applicants must be aged 19 or over, have the right to live and work in the UK, meet Buckinghamshire funding and residency requirements, have basic digital skills, access to a laptop or computer and stable internet, and be available to attend the full programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify cyber threats and understand the threat landscape
  • You'll apply governance, risk and compliance principles to workplace security
  • You'll monitor networks and security operations to detect incidents
  • You'll respond to security incidents using structured processes
  • You'll manage vulnerabilities across organisational systems
  • You'll use security tools and technologies in practical scenarios
  • You'll assess human factors and security awareness in organisations
  • You'll complete a cyber defence simulation through a capstone project

How you will learn

The course is blended, with most learning done online through instructor-led sessions and labs. You'll attend some sessions at Buckinghamshire New University, Aylesbury Campus. Learning includes practical exercises, security simulations and a capstone project. Tutor support is included throughout. You'll need a laptop or computer and a stable internet connection to take part.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a laptop or computer and a stable internet connection. Buckinghamshire New University, Aylesbury Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Analyst, monitoring systems and responding to threats
  • SOC Analyst, working in a security operations centre
  • Information Security Officer, protecting organisational data and systems
  • Vulnerability Analyst, identifying and managing security weaknesses
  • Incident Response Analyst, handling and containing security breaches
  • IT Security Technician, supporting secure network and system operations

What you could study next

After this bootcamp, you could work toward a full Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in cyber security or information security. A CompTIA Security+ or CySA+ certification is widely sought by employers in this field. If you want to move into security architecture or management, a Level 6 or Level 7 qualification in cyber security or information assurance would be a natural next step.

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