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Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Tower Hamlets

Cost£2,478.00
Duration43 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks and covers the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to work as a cyber security technician. You'll study topics including network security, threat analysis, and system protection. These level 3 cyber security classes are designed for adults aged 19 or over.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of network security principles and how to protect systems from attack.
  • You'll learn how to identify and respond to cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
  • You'll understand how to monitor systems and detect suspicious activity.
  • You'll study the legal and ethical frameworks that govern cyber security work.
  • You'll gain practical skills in securing digital infrastructure and data.
  • You'll explore common attack methods and the defences used against them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Poplar Campus. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that test your technical knowledge and applied skills. There are no written exams for this qualification. Work is assessed against the Pearson Edexcel BTEC standards throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Analyst, monitoring and protecting organisational systems
  • Junior Penetration Tester, testing systems for security weaknesses
  • IT Security Technician, maintaining secure network infrastructure
  • Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst, detecting and responding to incidents
  • Network Support Technician with a security specialism
  • Information Security Assistant, supporting data protection and compliance

What you could study next

After completing this level 3 cyber security qualification, you could progress to a Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in cyber security or IT networking. A degree-level apprenticeship in cyber security is another option if you're moving into employment. Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+ are widely sought by employers and sit alongside degree-level study well.

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