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Free Level 1 Cybersecurity Course in Southwark

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Cybersecurity Course in Southwark. Evening classes run at Southwark College Main Campus, part-time over 10 weeks.

The course covers how cybercrime works and how organisations defend against it. You'll explore vulnerability and penetration testing, user access control, and routine methods for keeping systems secure. You need English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or equivalent to join, and the course is for learners aged 19 or over.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Cybersecurity.

Who this course is for

This single-unit qualification is designed to enable you to learn about cybercrime. You will understand routine protective methods used to maintain cybersecurity, including the principles of vulnerability and penetration testing and user access control. This qualification can be offered as stand-alone bite-sized award or be combined into meaningful learning packages with other units or qualifications. The single unit within each qualification is also included within Digital and IT Skills qualifications.

Entry requirements

This course is for 19+ learners. You need to have achieved English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how cybercrime happens and why organisations are targeted.
  • You'll learn the principles of vulnerability testing and what it involves.
  • You'll explore penetration testing and how it identifies security weaknesses.
  • You'll understand user access control and how it protects systems.
  • You'll learn routine protective methods used to maintain cybersecurity.

How you will learn

Classes are taught in a classroom at Southwark College Main Campus on weekday evenings. The qualification is a single-unit Award, so assessment is focused on that one unit. You'll be assessed on your understanding of cybersecurity principles, protective methods, and access control. Your tutor will guide you through the material over the 10-week course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Southwark College Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Assistant, supports teams in monitoring and protecting systems.
  • Cyber Security Technician, carries out security checks and helps manage access controls.
  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help and applies basic security practices.
  • Data Entry Clerk, works with digital systems where security awareness is valued.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Cybersecurity, builds on this Award with broader technical knowledge.
  • Level 2 IT User Skills Qualification, develops practical digital skills alongside security awareness.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Digital Technologies, a step toward more advanced technical and security roles.
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