Cyber Security with Foundation Year

This module is an introduction to the wide range of processes used for current digital media, audio and visual technologies.

The module introduces the learners to the basic concepts and practices in different areas of computing focusing on computer hardware, software, operating systems, computer networks, and cyber security.

This module provides an introduction to the technologies and the mathematics that underpin much of computing and media technology.

This module explores the foundations of collaborative work practice, the importance of team work in the digital and technology industries including its context within an academic environment, by offering practical guidance on current best practice for either running or being part of a successful team.

This module develops academic study skills that students will need for future levels of study. It lays the foundation for constructing reports and presentations in an academic style.

This module serves as an introduction to computer programming and aims to develop the fundamental problem solving techniques that are required to solve computational problems.

This module will introduce you to software implementation through the process of understanding how to solve problems using programming.

In this module you will be introduced to the importance of cyber security. Studying concepts including; basic security theory and security assistance, the basic techniques for application of security concepts; and the role of ethical hackers.

In this module you are introduced to the skills and concepts required to develop and use relational databases. You will learn how to write programs interacting with databases and how to create them.

In this module you’ll explore networks by using a network simulator to learn what devices and connections are used. These will then be applied to various principles of networking, protocols and associated technologies. This module will give you an industry cisco certificate.

This module investigates the function and management of operating systems and the services that run on networks to facilitate this communication between systems.

To prepare for the network transition towards controller based activities, this module will prepare you with the knowledge of foundational technologies, ensuring you stay relevant with skill sets.

This module offers an opportunity to develop the blend of understanding and skills required, including specialist technical ethical hacking skills (emphasis is placed on the ethical use of the skills acquired).

This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to design, implement and test computer networks to meet a company’s requirement.

The module will investigate the theoretical concepts of network security and the application of these to the design of secure networks.

Throughout this module you will explore topics including network system principles, services and configuration, and investigate the applications and management of network systems.

This module will align you with the forefront of scientific knowledge, and, in doing so, you will hone your research skills.

This module discusses the notion of cyber threat intelligence and its main challenges and opportunities, and presents solutions and tools to provide threat intelligence.

On this module you will discover, identify, and analyse threats, perform attack techniques, discover vulnerabilities and apply mitigations.

Your dissertation may be practical or investigative in nature, but all projects must produce specific artefacts that demonstrate your intellectual and practical skills in the subject area.

The module will deliver ‘Real-world’ learning which involves interaction with employers and external organisations to allow you to prepare, rehearse and reflect on your experiences.

This module considers electronic offending perpetrated against individuals, businesses, organisations and governments; the impacts of such crime; measures taken to manage it; and its detection, investigation and prosecution.

By the end of the module you will have explored how to evaluate, critically analyse and synthesise information, data and ideas and acquired practical skills in the field of the Internet of Things (IoT).

This module investigates the issues relating to the design and management of computer networks.

On this module you will learn how to investigate, critique and evaluate a range of cloud computing enabling technologies and your applications from various user cases and case studies.