SCQF Level 6 Computing with Cyber Security
With the increasing demand for workers skilled in cyber and digital technologies, this course provides a platform to develop your existing computing skills and thrive in the ever-growing sector.
Provider
Inverness College, InvernessThis course is available on the Inverness College website.
Description
With the increasing demand for workers skilled in cyber and digital technologies, this course provides a platform to develop your existing computing skills and thrive in the ever-growing sector. You will learn how to secure and fault-find computer systems and networks while gaining knowledge in cybersecurity. You'll also have the opportunity to develop programming skills using JavaScript and SQL for database management.
This course ensures a hands-on, practical approach to learning while focusing on real-world scenarios and current industry trends, preparing students for a career in cybersecurity, programming, or IT support. (Within a computing Lab)
"This course has been designed with student and employer feedback to ensure our students have the skills to succeed in the job they want or the opportunity to progress onto further study. We focus on the skills required in the ever-changing digital world and engage with industry through a series of guest lectures and employer visits so our students leave prepared for the next step," - Gordon Macpherson, lecturer and programme co-ordinator.
Due to the nature of the course you will be invited along for an informal interview/information session to allow the team to find out more about you and to assess your suitability for the course.
Mature students
School leavers/progressing students
About Inverness College
We offer the complete learner journey, available to you at any stage of your training and development - from courses for senior phase school pupils to further education, apprenticeships, short courses, undergraduate higher education and growing postgraduate and research activity.
Whether you're leaving school, looking to upskill or retrain, we provide choice and flexibility, including part-time and online learning options, so you can create your own unique learning journey. You can:
- Choose from a range of college and university level programmes;
- Get credit for your prior learning and experience;
- Enter at a level which suits your abilities;
- Progress though SCQF levels from one programme to the next;
- And exit with a qualification when the time is right for you.
And with personalised support throughout your studies, we're here to help you succeed in whatever you want to achieve.
