Course Overview:

This course aims to provide you with the skills and knowledge to help secure computer systems against malicious and illegal attacks.

Ethical hackers are network and computing specialists who are able to identify then remedy weaknesses in computer systems.  They work within the law to 'hack' or 'penetrate' systems using the same techniques as those used for illegitimate purposes.  Because of this, you will explore ethical and legal issues in some depth alongside your technical work.

Through our link with SEC-1, a Leeds based security company offering professional training in Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures, we have developed exciting hands-on curriculum in current use by professional computing specialists.

Course Content:

Level Four - Core Modules

• Computers Tackling Crime & Fraud
• Operating Systems & Networks       
• Introduction to Programming Practice       
• Systems Modelling        
• Introduction to Databases        
• Website Development        
• Progression Project

Level Five - Core Modules

• Digital Security Landscapes         
• Computer Communications and Networks      
• Interactive Internet Systems        
• Database Application Development       
• Professional Development in Context       
• Project Implementation        
• Project Evaluation  

Level Six - Core Modules

• Digital Security Management        
• Elective A          
• Elective B
• Project Research & Planning
• Digital Security Techniques & Tools
• Innovation and Enterprise
• Project Implementation
• Project Evaluation

Entry Requirements:

UCAS tariff points: 200 tariff points, to include a minimum of 120 from 6, 12 or 18 unit awards.
Required GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics (grade C or above) or equivalent.
Other requirements: Through your personal statement you are expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to computing. You may be invited to attend an interview as part of the selection process