Level 5 Award
in Network Security
Level 5 Award could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fees to Level 5 Diploma programs of UKeU and/or Partner University.
Level 5 Award in Network Security
The aim of this award is to equip learners with knowledge of network security issues and incident prevention in a networked environment. The unit covers topics such as authentication, malicious attacks, remote access security, email/web security, intrusion detection, and disaster recovery.
Could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fee to the Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology of UKeU.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand computer network security.
- 1.1 Analyse the factors that affect network and computer security.
- 1.2 Identify common security issues in a networked environment.
- 1.3 Analyse the role that artificial intelligence (AI) could have in defending networks.
2. Understand methods of maintaining computer security.
- 2.1 Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of different methods of authentication.
- 2.2 Analyse the nature of different types of attack and malicious codes.
- 2.3 Select the security tool that is appropriate to the nature of the security issue.
- 2.4 Evaluate practices that prevent common attacks from intruders (networks, remote access, email, web security, wireless and instant messaging).
- 2.5 Analyse the differences between network and host intrusion detection systems.
Topics:
Network Security
Course Coverage
Understanding security threats, creating a secure network environment, and implementing Windows server access control measures.
Attacks and Malicious Codes
Course Coverage
Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating various types of network attacks and malicious codes.
Web Security
Course Coverage
Explores best practices for securing web applications and protecting sensitive data from cyber threats.
The Use of AI in Network Defence
Course Coverage
Examines how artificial intelligence is leveraged to enhance network defence mechanisms and detect vulnerabilities.
Network Security Topologies
Course Coverage
Understanding and implementing different security topologies to safeguard network infrastructure.
Indicative reading list
- McNab C (2016) Network Security Assessment: Know Your Network, 3rd edition O’Reilly Media Inc.
- Stallings W (2011) Network Security Essentials: Application and Standard, 4th edition, Prentice Hall
- Forshaw J (2017) Attacking Network Protocols, William Pollock, USA
Entry requirements
- Learners must be over 18 years old.
- Relevant Level 4 Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Or GCE Advanced level in 3 subjects or equivalent qualification.
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 5 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% paid tuition fees can be transferred.
The UKeU’ Level 5 Award means:
The UKeU Level 5 Award is a qualification at the higher undergraduate level and is equivalent to the following:
- Level 5 Certificate of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in the UK
- Level 8 Certificate of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
- Level 5 Certificate of the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW)
- Level 5 Certificate of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Level 6 Certificate of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
- Level 5 Certificate of the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF)
- Level 6 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 5 Award course when participating in the Level 5 Diploma program. Please see the credit transfer policy HERE
Tuition fee transfer:
When enrolling in the Level 5 Diploma program, graduates from the Level 5 Award will receive a fee reduction equal to 50% of the tuition fees paid for the Level 5 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- Hard copy certificate
- 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.
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