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Duration: 12-16 weeks
Credits : 120
Enrol: Anytime
Fees: £1250* (+20% VAT)
Short Study Visa Fees: £3500
*VAT applicable in UK

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How you’ll study
This course is studied 100% online.
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Course Duration
Study this course over minimum 16 weeks.
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Start dates
Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour.
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Ofqual Approved
Approved by Ofqual in the UK and Globally recognised.
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Comprehensive study material
Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks specific for each unit, case studies, articles, handouts, assignment brief.
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Assessment
There are no exams. Assessment via assignments on which feedback is given.
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Overview

The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, delivered by UK Versity Online, is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and technical skills needed to address cyber threats in modern digital environments. This diploma helps learners build core expertise in areas such as penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, ethical hacking, artificial intelligence, and database systems.
This Ofqual-regulated qualification is benchmarked at RQF Level 5, which is equivalent to the second year of a UK undergraduate degree. Learners completing this qualification will gain a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are highly relevant to the fast-evolving cybersecurity sector. The qualification comprises six mandatory units carrying a total of 60 credits.

Modules

The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security consists of the following six mandatory units, each worth 10 credits:
Security Testing (Unit Reference: D/650/5105)
Artificial Intelligence (Unit Reference: H/650/5106)
Databases (Unit Reference: K/650/5107)
Digital Forensics (Unit Reference: M/650/5108)
Ethical Hacking (Unit Reference: T/650/5109)
Malware Analysis (Unit Reference: A/650/5110)
These modules are designed to develop applied technical skills and critical cyber expertise for progression to higher qualifications or specialised job roles.

Entry Requirements

Learners must fulfil at least one of the following criteria to be allowed entry to the qualification:
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 diploma or equivalent recognised qualification
GCE Advanced level in 3 subjects or equivalent qualification
Mature learners (over 21) with relevant work experience
English language proficiency at CEFR level B2 or an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent
UK Versity will assess English language proficiency if it is not your native language.

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Progressions

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security enables learners to access a range of academic and career pathways, including the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Cyber Security or related IT and security qualifications.
As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), it is recognised by UK universities and employers for further progression and job roles.

Certification

The Diploma is issued by the OTHM Qualification- Awarding Organisation. UK Versity Online Limited (Number DC1506132) is an accredited and approved delivery Centre for qualifications.

Key Facts

Awarding Body: OTHM Qualifications
Course Duration: 12-16 weeks
Method of study: Blended Learning / Full or Part Time / Distance Learning
Qualification Level: 5

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