Course Summary

Today’s society relies heavily on technology from governments to businesses. As a whole, we are becoming increasingly dependent on the internet to provide key services. This has resulted in cybercrime and the need for organisations to invest heavily in specialists to combat the threat. Our Foundation Degree will not only prepare you for your career but also enhance your knowledge and skills in cybercrime and information security management, getting you career-ready for a job in a growing field.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 You will study five core modules: • Computing project • Database design and implementation • Networking security • Programming and software development • The computing professional Then you will select an additional one module from the following options: • Computer systems architecture • Website and e-commerce development • Data analytics Year 2 You will study four core modules: • Work-based Learning Project • Operating Systems Design and Security • Cryptography, Security and Forensics • Network Design, Implementation and Management Then you will select an additional two modules from the following options: • Data Analytics and Informatics • Cloud Computing and Programming • Data Structures and Algorithms • Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence • Games Design • Human Computer Interaction and Interface Design • Data Mining and Knowledge Acquisition

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: FCSN

Institution code: N06

Campus Name: Nelson Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 8250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8250.0 Year 1
Scotland 8250.0 Year 1
Wales 8250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

Scotland Road
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Nelson
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