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Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Waltham Forest – Waltham Forest College Forest Road – Part-time

Cost£941.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Cyber Security Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Waltham Forest College Forest Road, part-time during the day. The course runs over 35 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. You'll explore the principles of security design, evaluate threats and emerging attack techniques, and learn how to explain different types of security testing. No specific prior knowledge is required. You'll also build employability skills alongside the technical content. This level 3 cyber security qualification is awarded by NCFE.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for students who are 19+ and it is aimed at providing them with an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge relating to cyber security systems and practices.

On the course, students will be able to explore the principles of security design and consider the advantages and disadvantages. They will evaluate threats and emerging attack techniques and explain types of security testing.

Alongside the IT skills, students will develop key employability skills such as:

  • Time management;
  • Critical thinking and problem solving;
  • Managing information;
  • Working collaboratively.

The course is scheduled over 1 day per week and will be a mixture of theory, practical and online workshops.

Entry requirements

There is no specific prior knowledge a student must have for this qualification.

Students may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 in Digital Skills or a Level 2 information technology qualification. Students will ideally also have a Level 2 qualifications in maths and/or English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of security design, including their advantages and limitations.
  • You'll evaluate cyber threats and emerging attack techniques.
  • You'll explain different types of security testing and when they're used.
  • You'll develop practical knowledge of cyber security systems and practices.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to roles in the tech sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Waltham Forest College Forest Road. Teaching covers security design principles, threat evaluation, and security testing methods. Assessment is through coursework and assignments that demonstrate your understanding of cyber security practices. Your tutor will guide you through each topic over the 35-week course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Waltham Forest College Forest Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cyber Security Analyst: monitor systems and respond to threats
  • IT Security Technician: maintain security tools and controls
  • Network Security Administrator: protect organisational networks
  • Information Security Officer: oversee data protection policies
  • Junior Penetration Tester: test systems for vulnerabilities
  • IT Support Technician with a security specialism

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Cyber Security: deepens technical knowledge and moves you closer to analyst-level roles.
  • CompTIA Security+: a widely used vendor-neutral certification that many employers specify for security roles.
  • Degree-level study in Cyber Security or Computer Science: for those aiming at senior or specialist positions in the field.
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