Free Cyber Security Course in High Wycombe. Evening classes run at High Wycombe Library, with most study done online and regular in-person sessions. This free cyber security course runs over 10 weeks, part-time. You must be aged 19 or over and meet Buckinghamshire residency and funding requirements. If your employer is supporting your training, they may need to contribute between 10% and 30% of the course cost. You'll build practical skills in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and network security. The course is aligned to the Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist standard.
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 analyse vulnerabilities in organisational systems.
You'll apply governance, risk and compliance principles to workplace security.
You'll monitor security operations and respond to incidents.
You'll manage vulnerabilities using industry security tools and technologies.
You'll understand the legal, ethical and regulatory responsibilities of cyber security roles.
You'll assess human factors and security awareness within organisations.
You'll complete a capstone cyber defence simulation project.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. Most of the course runs online through instructor-led training, with some in-person sessions at High Wycombe Library on evenings. You'll work through labs, guided exercises, and a capstone project. Tutor support is included throughout. Assessment is through practical project work that reflects real workplace cyber security tasks.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a laptop or computer and a stable internet connection for the online elements of the course. High Wycombe Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cyber Security Analyst: monitor systems and respond to threats
SOC Analyst: work in a security operations centre detecting incidents
Vulnerability Analyst: identify and assess weaknesses in systems
Incident Response Analyst: investigate and contain security breaches
Information Security Officer: oversee security policies within an organisation
Network Security Technician: protect organisational networks from attack
What you could study next
Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship: apply your bootcamp knowledge in a structured work-based programme recognised by employers.
CompTIA Security+ or CySA+: vendor-neutral certifications that strengthen your CV for analyst roles.
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): a next step if you want to move into penetration testing or offensive security work.
