Level 3 Award
in Cyber Security
Level 3 Award could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fees to Level 3 Diploma programs of UKeU and/or Partner University.
Level 3 Award in Cyber Security
The aim of this award is to enable learners to understand about cyber security and the consequences and implications of inadequate cyber security. They will understand key terminology and the motivations of good and bad actors. They will also investigate the advantages and disadvantages of security by design.
Could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fee to the Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology of UKeU.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand cyber security.
- 1.1 Describe the concepts of cyber security.
- 1.2 Explain the importance of cyber security for businesses.
- 1.3 Describe the consequences and implications of inadequate cyber security for businesses .
2. Understand core terminology and key aspects of cyber security.
- 2.1 Define core terminology used in cyber security.
- 2.2 Compare typical behaviours of good actors and bad actors.
- 2.3 Discuss key sectors that are most vulnerable to a cyber-attack.
3. Understand cyber threat intelligence.
- 3.1 Identify key concepts of cyber threat intelligence
- 3.2 Explain the following terms in relation to cyber security: threats, exploits, vulnerabilities, risks.
- 3.3 Identify improvements to secure a network against cyber attacks.
Topics:
Understand key concepts of cyber security
Course Coverage
- Key concepts: security, identity, confidentiality, integrity, availability, threat, vulnerability, risk, hazard.
- Importance of cyber security: cost of breaches, sophisticated hackers, widely available hacking tools, tighter regulations (e.g., GDPR).
- Consequences and implications: unauthorised access or distribution of sensitive data, personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), intellectual property, and industry information systems.
Explore cyber threat intelligence
Course Coverage
- Cyber threat intelligence sources:
- Open source intelligence.
- Social media intelligence.
- Human intelligence.
- Technical intelligence.
- Deep and dark web intelligence.
Understand cyber security threats and vulnerabilities
Course Coverage
- Threats:
- Employee sabotage and theft.
- Physical damage (e.g., fire, flood, power loss, terrorism).
- Unauthorised access by employees and other users.
- Weak cyber security measures and unsafe practices.
- Malicious software (malware): spyware, adware, ransomware, viruses, rootkits, trojans.
- Hacking and sabotage (commercial, government, individuals, terrorism).
- Social engineering techniques used to deceive and obtain secure information.
- Exploits:
- Remote exploits: exploiting vulnerabilities over a network.
- Local exploits: requiring prior access to a system, increasing privileges.
- Vulnerabilities:
- Network: firewall ports, external storage devices.
- Organisational: file permissions, password policies.
- Software: untrustworthy sources, SQL injection, zero-day exploits.
- Physical: theft of equipment, sensitive data on USB devices.
- Processes: leaks, sharing security details, cloud computing, IoT security.
Understand risks in cyber security
Course Coverage
- Risks:
- Social engineering: manipulating people to disclose confidential information.
- Phishing, blagging (pretexting), pharming, shoulder surfing.
- Ransomware, Denial of Service (DoS)/Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), viruses.
Understand secure network measures
Course Coverage
- Secure network measures:
- Biometric authentication (especially for mobile devices).
- Password systems and CAPTCHA verification.
- Email confirmations for user identity verification.
- Automatic software updates.
Indicative reading list
- Easttom, C. (2016) Computer Security Fundamentals. 3rd ed. Pearson
- Kizza, J. (2015) Guide to Computer Network Security. 3rd ed. Springer
- Geetha, S. & Phamila, A. (2016) Combating Security Breaches and Criminal Activity in the Digital Sphere. Hershey
Entry requirements
- Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Completion of full secondary education is required.
English requirements
If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
- Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent
- Or A minimum Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 51 or equivalent
The UKeU reserves the highest decision-making authority regarding admissions and may accept or reject applicants following a thorough review of each applicant’s profile, ensuring that only those capable of benefiting from the course are admitted. Qualifications from diploma mills or fake universities/institutions will not be accepted by UKeU and/or Partner University.
After graduating with Level 3 Award, learners receive all certified documents from the UKeU.
Certified Documents:
- e-Certificate from the UK eUni Worldwide (UKeU).
- Hard copy certificate from the UK eUni Worldwide (UKeU) – Optional.
- Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications (APEL.Q) certified from UKeU for credit and tuition fee transfer.
Because the course is accredited and recognized, learners can easily use their qualifications in the workplace and enjoy many opportunities for career advancement. In addition, if you wish to pursue a degree from UKeU and/or a Partner University, all credits and 50% tuition fees paid can be transferred.
The UKeU’ Level 3 Award means:
The UKeU Level 3 Award is a qualification at the foundational level and is equivalent to the following:
- Level 3 Certificate of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in the UK
- Level 6 Certificate of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
- Level 3 Certificate of the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW)
- Level 3 Certificate of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Level 4 Certificate of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
- Level 3 Certificate of the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF)
- Level 4 Certificate of the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF
Learners can transfer all credits and 50% of their tuition fees when enrolling in UKeU and/or Partner University academic programs if they wish to pursue an academic degree.
Credits transfer:
Learners can accumulate 20 credits from the Level 3 Award course when participating in the Level 3 Diploma program. Please see the credit transfer policy HERE
Tuition fee transfer:
When enrolling in the Level 3 Diploma program, graduates from the Level 3 Award will receive a fee reduction equal to 50% of the tuition fees paid for the Level 3 Award. Please refer to the tuition fee transfer policy HERE
The UKeU Micro Degree course allows learners to transfer credits and 50% of their tuition fees toward full degree programs offered by UKeU and/or Partner University. UKeU reserves the right to limit admissions once enrollment exceeds the set quotas.
Apply Policy:
- To participate in the UKeU Micro Degree course, learners need to meet the entry criteria corresponding to each level. Please see the “Entry” tab for more details.
- UKeU will not accept applicants whose entry qualifications are from fake universities or institutions that are not accredited.
- English is not a mandatory entry requirement for Micro Degree course, but candidates need to ensure that English is used in reading documents, listening to lectures, and doing assignments. Applicants should note that English is a mandatory requirement when switching to an academic program at UKeU and Partner University.
Apply Process:
- Step 1: To request a consultation for a course that best suits your needs, please email support@ukeu.uk. Our admissions department will contact you to guide you through the required documentation and the next steps in the application process.
- Step 2: Once your application documents are approved and the application fee is paid, UKeU will issue a Letter of Acceptance (LOA). You will then follow the provided instructions, including payment of the tuition fee.
- Step 3: After the tuition fee is paid, UKeU will issue a confirmation letter, provide your login details for the e-learning system, and send you all relevant documents.
- At this point, you have officially become a UKeU student. Welcome, and enjoy your learning journey!
The UKeU Micro Degree course is fully online, allowing you to study anytime and anywhere. You also have the option to attend live classes with UKeU. Final exams will be uploaded to the system and assessed by the UKeU academic board. Learners are required to submit assignments on time; failure to do so will require payment of a resit fee (with up to two attempts allowed). Continued non-compliance on a third occasion will result in being considered as having discontinued the course, and tuition fees will not be refunded.
Pricing Plans
Take advantage of one of our non-profit professional certified programs with favorable terms for your personal growing carreers.
- Full online videos
- e-Books
- Self-study contents
- Online tutor videos
- Assignment guide
- e-Certificate
- Hard copy certificate from UKeU and/or Partner Universities
- APEL.Q certified from UKeU for credit and tuition fee transfer
- Deliver hard copy certificate and all certified documents to your home
- Transfer full credits & 50% paid tuition fees of this award to equivalent academic programs
- Opportunity to get scholarships when becoming Partner Universities' international students
(*) In the event that you receive a scholarship or discount, the fee you should transfer is the amount you actually paid.
UKeU MICRO DEGREE
Contact us
If you interested this micro degree course, please feel free to contact with us! Please note that this course is a not for profit and learning with full online model.