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Higher National Certificate - HNC

Cyber Security

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Cyber Security course at City College Plymouth.

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A level

C,C,C

To include a relevant subject such as Computing.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£7,680 per year
Scotland£7,680 per year
Wales£7,680 per year
Northern Ireland£7,680 per year
Channel Islands£7,680 per year
Republic of Ireland£7,680 per year
International£9,450 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: HCYB

Here's what City College Plymouth says about its Cyber Security course.

A graduate of the HNC Applied Cyber Security is someone who has studied the fundamental technical aspects of computing. They have chosen an academic pathway that enables them to develop further their understanding of how individuals and organisations can reduce the risk of and protect themselves from cyber attack. Cyber Security is a key priority at all levels, from Government to small businesses. Any type of industry requires cyber security specialists, however, it is particularly notable in employers where personal data is vulnerable to attacks or where information essential to National Security is stored.

You will develop essential skills including Cryptography, Threat Intelligence, Computer Networks, Software Engineering and more... Our courses are practical in nature and have been created in partnership with employers to ensure they equip graduates with the relevant skills for industry. Our staff come with a wealth of experience to enhance your learning and a true passion for the subjects they teach.

Source: City College Plymouth

Course details

Qualification

Higher National Certificate - HNC

Department

Science and Computing

Location

Main Site | Plymouth

Duration

1 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Computer and information security

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

Planned modules are: Applied Cryptography, Computer Systems & Operating Systems, Introduction to Software Engineering, Security Fundamentals with Computer Networks, Systems Analysis and Threat Modelling & Intelligence

How you will be assessed

This course will be assessed via coursework.

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