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Free Level 2 Networking and Cybersecurity Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Networking and Cybersecurity Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC Technical Diploma covers networking fundamentals, cybersecurity principles, hardware, software, and digital systems. You'll study how networks are built and protected, and how to respond to security threats. The course takes around one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Level 2 BTEC Technical Diploma in Digital Technology.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how computer networks are designed and managed.
  • You'll study cybersecurity threats and how to defend against them.
  • You'll develop skills in configuring and troubleshooting hardware and software.
  • You'll explore how digital systems communicate and share data.
  • You'll practise identifying and responding to security incidents.
  • You'll build knowledge of network protocols and infrastructure.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at The Sheffield College, combining taught lessons with practical tasks. Assessment is through assignments and projects rather than exams. You'll apply your knowledge to real technical scenarios throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users in a business or organisation.
  • Network Technician, sets up and maintains computer networks.
  • Cyber Security Technician, monitors systems and responds to security threats.
  • Helpdesk Technician, handles IT queries and resolves technical problems for staff or customers.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC in Information Technology, a natural next step to deepen your technical knowledge and open doors to higher-level roles.
  • Level 3 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship, earn while you learn and gain employer-recognised skills on the job.
  • T Level in Digital Support Services, a two-year qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement.
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