Cyber Security
We teach you to find weaknesses, defend systems and respond to attacks, with hands-on labs at every step.
Levels
Choose Your Level
Level 1
Beginner
For newcomers with basic computer skills.
- How computers, networks and the internet work
- Common threats: phishing, malware and weak passwords
- Safe habits for users and small offices
- Linux and command-line basics
- Your first hands-on security lab
Duration8 weeksCustomisable
ModeOn campus and online
AvailabilityAvailable on demand*
Level 2
Associate
For learners with the basics in place.
- Security basics: threats, risks and vulnerabilities
- Network security and firewalls
- Identity and access management
- Security monitoring and first response
- Project: secure a small office network
Duration6 weeksCustomisable
ModeOn campus and online
AvailabilityAvailable on demand*
Level 3
Professional
For people with experience in this field.
- Penetration testing methods
- Security operations and SIEM tools
- Incident response and digital forensics
- Cloud and application security
- Project: run a full security assessment
Duration10 weeksCustomisable
ModeOn campus and online
AvailabilityAvailable on demand*
* Minimum 5 candidates per group.
Certification Options
After completing your training, you can sit an international certification exam. These exams are set by globally recognised certification bodies, and many of them can be taken at our own Pearson test center or remotely.
CompTIA Security+BeginnerCisco CyberOps AssociateAssociateEC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)ProfessionalCompTIA CySA+ProfessionalISC2 CISSPProfessional