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Information Technology (Cyber Security) (Level 3 Diploma)
Pearson BTEC
Computing & IT
Available Sessions
Course Offering
- Site location Strabane
Course Modules
- Information Technology Systems
- Creating Systems to Manage Information
- Using Social Media in Business
- Programming
- IT Project Management
- Cyber Security and Incident Management
- Data Modelling
- Website Development
- IT Technical Support and Management
- The Internet of Things
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Information Technology and L2 English and L2 Maths; OR 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) to include English and Maths. Attendance at an information session is advised but not mandatory.ROI Requirements
OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Information Technology and L2 English and L2 Maths; OR 4 OLCs (Grade O5 or above) to include English and Maths OR Leaving Cert Applied – Merit. Attendance at an information session is advised but not mandatory.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Attendance at Information Session
Work Placement
None
What's Next?
Further Study
This course can enable students to progress to the OU Foundation Degree in Cybersecurity or the UU Foundation Degree in Computing, both delivered at NWRC (subject to meeting entry requirements). After completing a Foundation Degree, NWRC also offers a Top-Up Degree in Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies. Many past students have successfully progressed to degree programmes at Ulster University, Queen’s University Belfast, and other universities offering computing-related degrees.Career Prospects
• Computer Games Designer • Computer Hardware Engineer • IT Trainer • Software Developer / Programmer • Systems Analyst • Technical Support Person • Web Designer / Developer • Cybersecurity Analyst • Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) • Information Security SpecialistEnquiry
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My course allowed me to work on real-life projects. My favourite was the redesign of the Strand Road campus estate, as part of the Project Based Learning Awards. My group’s work was selected as one of the winning projects!Jamie Street (Construction) -
I plan to further my studies at university and move to Australia to become a Mechanical Design Engineer. I would 100% recommend my course. It has taught me what I need to know to succeed.Matthew England (Engineering)