The programme is available in two duration modes:

Online

One of the following:

• Learner must possess:
  ● Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or Secondary education/ high school or any equivalent qualification
  or
  ● Work experience of 2 years or more in case you do not hold any formal qualification
  and
  ● Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

The programme consists of 2 stages.

Stage 1 leads to award of 240 credits Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology

Mandatory units

● Information Technology and IT Ethics
● Mathematics and Statistics for IT
● PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
● Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts
● Web Design
● Web Programming
● Technopreneurship
● Network Security
● C#.NET Programming
● System Administration
● Content Management Systems
● Web Design

❯ Successful completion of Stage 1 leads to progression to Stage 2

Stage 2 leads to award of BSc (Hons) Computing Degree
● Dissertation Research Methods
● Advanced Database Systems
● Secure Coding
● Cyber Security Management
● Managing Information Systems Change
● Dissertation

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.

The fee for the programme is as follows:

Please find below available fee payment plans:

36 Months - GBP £5900

18 Months - GBP £6700

Please Note:-

• Stage 1 (Delivered by LSIB):
  The programme involves delivery through on-line Learning Management System (LMS). This stage leads to award of Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology - You will earn 240 credits (120 ECTS).
  
  Stage 2 (Delivered by the University / awarding body)
  On completion of the diploma programme you progress / Top up with Degree through a UK University for progression to the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security. The stage 2 is delivered via distance learning by faculties from the University / awarding body. Credits earned at this stage - 120 credits (60 ECTS).