HNC Cyber Security – Fulltime Course @ Edinburgh

HNC Cyber Security – Fulltime Course
26th January 2026
Awarding Body: SQA (Scottish Qualification Authority)
Course Title: HNC Cyber Security
Group Award Code: GP10 15
Modes of Study: Full time Learning
Progression to: HND Cyber Security

Course Introduction:

Everybody is fascinated with the information technology (IT) and its persistent prospects. When encountered with a new challenge, individuals probe a solution in an analytical way. A career in computing cyber security can bring all of your strengths together to tackle any vague and unresolved computer related issues which an individual can ever imagine. ITPT HND programs in cyber security course comprehensively covers all cyber vulnerability aspects. We teach exactly what you prefer in a fast-paced, innovative industry that values radical professionals.

Students will study a selection of appropriate units designed to develop student’s skills and competencies to enable further study in a Degree Programme.

Topics may include:

• Digital Forensics at Progressive level
• Server Administration for Cyber Security
• Working in Cyber Security
• Wireless Device Security
• Computer Operating Systems
• Computer Programming Advanced Level
• Configuring/Troubleshooting Firewall Essentials
• Configuring/Securing Networks

Entry Requirements:

Minimum Entry Requirements is likely to include at least one of the following:

• National Certificate in Computing at SCQF level 5 or level 6 or a combination of both
• Any one relevant Higher (SCQF level 6) together with Maths and Computing or a Science
• Relevant National Progression Awards such as NPA in Cyber Security at SCQF level 5 or 6
• Applicants with relevant experience but without formal qualifications may be accepted via interview. IT Professional Training recognises that many students come to the institutes with a wide range of expertise, skills and knowledge that has never been officially assessed. This may have been gained through a variety of personal situations
• Relevant industry experience and/or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis will also be considered
• Vendor qualifications (certificates) will also be accepted such as from Cisco, CompTIA, EC Council etc.

Please visit our website for more information on the course content and prerequisites to join the course:

https://www.itpt.co.uk/event/hnc-cyber-security-fulltime-course/

https://www.itpt.co.uk/courses/hnc-cyber-security/

Ticket Description:

This ticket logs your interest to join this course. To study this course free, ITPT requires all interested students to complete relevant admission form.

Course Enrolment: You can complete a course consultation appointment at our office or we can send you the forms to complete via email.

Contact:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0131 552 5558

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