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The Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity is designed as a conversion programme to facilitate graduates from programmes with a significant numeric, technical and analytical content to transition into this specialised area of IT. The programme will equip students with the knowledge skill and competence in the in respect of cybersecurity to support them securing entry level positions on graduation. The programme comprises of 60 credits of taught modules and is designed as an active learning experience requiring students to be active participants in their learning, engaging in industry relevant authentic learning and assessment activities.

Modules include Networking and System Architecture, Programming Principles for Secure Systems, Cryptography and Encryption, Cybersecurity Compliance and Management, Digital Forensics and Penetration Testing, Cyberthreat Intelligence, Law, Ethics and Professional Practice. Multiple transversal skills are also embedded throughout the programme including time management, communication, critical thinking and analysis, as well as management and leadership development, ethics, project management and evaluation, and professional judgement.

The Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity suited to graduates of a level 7 in computing or cognate discipline or graduates of a level 8 honours degree or equivalent in any other discipline as well as non-standard applicants who can evidence the requisite knowledge, skill and competence through Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning RP(E)L.

This Cybersecurity Higher Diploma conversion course leads to a 60 ECTS credit award by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)) at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be qualified to progress to the MSc in Cybersecurity or the MSc in Data Analytics at CCT College Dublin, or other Level 9 programmes (subject to provider entry requirements).

Programme Aims and Objectives:

On completion of this programme the learner will be able to:

Apply knowledge and evidence understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles in cybersecurity, including risk management, encryption, and forensic computing.
Appraise current security threats and vulnerabilities and propose viable solutions to real-world scenarios using the appropriate cybersecurity techniques.
Evaluate current and emerging security technologies and their effectiveness in mitigating cyber threats using secure scripting practices, to ensure the underlying integrity of applications and systems.

Career and Progression Opportunities:

The Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity has been designed to produce graduates with the attributes required of computing today and the ability to continue to develop knowledge, skill and competence to remain competitive and employable in an ever-advancing discipline. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be qualified to progress to the MSc in Cybersecurity or the MSc in Data Analytics at CCT College Dublin or other Level 9 programmes (subject to provider entry requirements).

Graduates of this Higher Diploma should also be equipped to secure entry level employment opportunities in the specialist IT area of Cybersecurity and will have a firm appreciation of the need to maintain currency in their discipline and commit to continuous professional development.