Cybersecurity - Blended learning
- Course code
- —
- Level
- Level 7
- Award
- Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ)
- Classification
- Special Purpose
- Awarding body
- QQI
- Duration
- 12 Months (Academic Year). Programme Structure This programme will be offered through both part-time and blended learning. Learners wishing to study part-time will be on campus 2 evenings per week and some Saturday workshops.
Programme summary
The programme aims to equip business professionals with relevant tools to navigate the evolving Cybersecurity landscape in Ireland, and instil dispositions enabling learners to implement the most effective and efficient responses to business challenges, while being able to think critically about their roles as professionals within these working contexts.
Entry requirements
Application to programmes are open to those learners who meet the minimum entry requirements, namely a Grade O6/H7 or better in 5 Leaving Certificate subjects to include Mathematics and/or present an award from a cognate discipline equivalent or greater than level 6 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. FETAC/QQI applicants must have achieved a full FETAC/QQI Level 5/Level 6 Major Award. Mature applicants are also welcome to apply. Candidates must be 23 years of age or over on the 1st January of the year of entry to their programme of study. An applicant applying on the basis of Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) must demonstrate their ability to succeed by providing evidence of current and prior learning and work experience, explaining their motivation, and how committed they are to succeeding on the course. These applicants are considered based on their previous studies, and relevant work and life experience. This means you must submit a detailed CV, personal statement outlining your motivation for studying now, 2 work based references and any documentation such as training courses that you completed. This will demonstrate your engagement in learning in different contexts and assure a timely decision on your application. For applicants whose first language is not English, a B2+ in CEFRL (IELTS Academic score of 6.0, or equivalent), is needed.
Who to apply to
Course provider
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