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FdSc Applied Cyber Security

University of Plymouth
Plymouth , United Kingdom
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Foundation
Major
Computer Science | Cybersecurity | Network Security
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Security Services
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the FdSc Applied Cyber Security Program

The FdSc Applied Cyber Security program is a four-year, part-time course offered by City College Plymouth in partnership with the University of Plymouth. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cyber security principles, practices, and technologies.


Course Details

  • Institution Code: C83
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Course Type: Part-time
  • Study Location: City College Plymouth

Year 1 Core Modules

  • Applied Cryptography (CITY1142): This module develops students' understanding and analytical skills of cryptography algorithms and protocols and their applications.
  • Computer Systems and Operating Systems (CITY1143): This module helps learners understand the fundamental components used in modern computers and provides an overview of different types of computer systems and operating systems.
  • Systems Analysis (CITY1146): This module examines the modeling of an organization using UML and the transition from the Business Model into the Cyber Security (Software) Model.
  • Threat Modelling and Intelligence (CITY1147): This module develops students' understanding of various threats in modern organizations and institutions and teaches them how to prevent and mitigate cyber-attacks.

Year 2 Core Modules

  • Introduction to Software Engineering (CITY1144): This module introduces the object-oriented programming paradigm, requiring programmers to design and develop code by considering system objects, their relationships, and interactions.
  • Security Fundamentals with Computer Networks (CITY1145): This module develops students' analytical ability and provides a foundation for computer security, including different computer systems and networking attacks.
  • Data Modelling and Machine Learning for Cyber (CITY2161): This module introduces Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) principles and practical methods for cyber security applications.
  • Offensive and Defensive Security (CITY2163): This module develops students' understanding and analytical skills of cyber security applications, including the design, implementation, and testing of Intruder Detection Systems (IDS) and Intruder Prevention Systems (IPS).

Year 3 Core Modules

  • Advanced Software Engineering (CITY2160): This module explores the principles and techniques of software development, including analysis, design, software construction, and testing.
  • Ethics, Legal, and Management (CITY2162): This module explores the ethics and management of laws and policies in computing, including an understanding of different government acts and laws within the United Kingdom.
  • Penetration Testing (CITY2164): This module helps learners understand security vulnerabilities in IT and OT as well as various computer systems, providing penetration testing knowledge and skills.
  • Team Project (CITY2165): This practical module introduces systems engineering as a means of facilitating and assuring the development of a complex computer-related technical product, focusing on the CyberDevOps model.

Fees, Costs, and Funding

As this course is delivered by a partner college, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding. Note that tuition fee prices may change, and the UK Government has indicated potential further fee increases.


Progression Routes

Completing this course enables progression onto related courses and programs with the University of Plymouth, such as the BSc (Hons) Applied Computer Science and the BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security).


Partnership with City College Plymouth

The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions to make higher education more accessible. City College Plymouth offers a supportive higher education community with small classes, personal tuition, and dedicated tutors, delivering courses designed with employers.


Studying with City College Plymouth

City College Plymouth is one of the largest colleges in the South West, with a dynamic Students' Union and Student Liaison Team. The college is located just one-and-a-half miles from the University of Plymouth, offering a unique study experience.


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