Level 5 Extended Diploma in Cyber Security (OTHM)

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Cyber Security represents an advanced-level award, which is aimed at equipping students with comprehensive technical and practical skills needed to ensure protection of sophisticated digital systems and organisation infrastructures against cyber threats. It is especially suitable for learners who have obtained a Level 4 qualification or gained some work experience within the field of information technology and want to move on to a career in cyber security.

In view of an increasing number of sophisticated cyber-attacks in recent years, various organisations operating in different industries, such as finance, health care, e-government, e-commerce and technology, need skilled employees who will help mitigate cyber risks and protect sensitive information from being stolen.

Equivalences:

Extended Diploma in Cyber Security Online

Online qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies that are accredited academically RQF Level 5, equal to the second year of a bachelor’s degree.

Course Delivery:

The Inspire College of Learning has different flexible delivery modes, for learners to suitably learn according to their convenience.

Learners will be able to:

• Avail all course materials including online modules, study guides, and written assignments.
• Access professional tutor support throughout the course always.
• Use ICL Online Learning Portal which is available 24/7 and is an easy platform for all study resources.
• Assignment briefings to guide assessment preparation.
• Avail top-quality study notes designed to support learning and understanding.
• Appropriately receive assignment feedback and marks for prudent monitoring and subsequent improvement.
• Fully accredited UK qualification upon successful completion.
• Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, or email always).
• Complete academic and administrative support at all levels.

• Learners need to be 18 years and above. Or
• Relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent qualification.
• Over 21years with relevant management experience.

This qualification is designed to provide you with the necessary skills and recognition in your field. Upon successful completion, you will receive an official certification.

No practical observations are required to complete it.

• Assignment submission only.
• No Exams.

Average Completion Timeframe (Course Duration):

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Cyber Security is offered in 2 modes:

• 12 Months (Fast Track).
• 14 Months.

Learners have been offered a maximum of 02 years’ access to complete the course.

What Could this Qualification lead to?

Learners undertaking this qualification may work in job roles such as:

• Cyber Security Analyst.
• Network Security Engineer.
• Information Security Officer.
• SOC (Security Operations Centre) Analyst.
• Cyber Risk and Compliance Officer.
• Digital Forensics Assistant.

Learners who complete this qualification with the London College of Professional Studies (LCPS) may progress to further study at a range of recognised UK universities.

• Coventry University.
• Canterbury Christ Church University.
• Sunderland University.
• Bath Spa University.
• Buckinghamshire University.
• University of Derby.
• University of Northampton.
• Anglia Ruskin University.
• University of Portsmouth.
• and others.

Accomplished learners can progress to other qualifications at Level 6 and above, including:

• Level 6 Diploma in Cyber Security or Computing.
• Bachelor’s degree programmes in Cyber Security, Computing, or Information Technology.
• Final year (top-up) degree programmes in related IT and cyber security disciplines.
• Advanced professional cyber security certifications and specialist training.