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DIGITAL , COMPUTING AND CYBER
Computing and Cyber
HNC : Computing ( Software Development with Data Analytics )
SCQF Level 7
Full-time
K
Distance Learning
This course will provide you with current skills in specialist technical software development and will allow you to develop up-to-date knowledge in programming and systems development . You will learn how to plan , design and implement a range of different software solutions using JavaScript , VB . net , C ++, Oracle , Java , PHP , MySQL , XML , HTML5 , CSS , and Android . You will also gain exposure to GitHub , which is widely used in industry for revision control and source code management .
Entry Requirements
HNC : Cybersecurity
SCQF Level 7
Full-time
K
Part-time
On this course , you will learn how to think like a hacker , and gain a deep understanding of security issues and concerns . The course introduces you to characteristics of cybercrime , security principles , technologies , and procedures to defend networks . You will understand how to develop security policies that comply with cyber security laws . Reflecting rapidly growing business needs , you will learn procedures to implement data confidentiality , integrity , availability and security controls on networks , servers , and applications , building both technical and professional skills to pursue a career in cyber security .
K
Advanced Certificate : Computing with Software Development and Cyber Security SCQF Level 6
Another relevant course at SCQF Level 6
Relevant industry experience and / or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
One of the following :
Entry Requirements
One Higher at Grade C or above in relevant subjects , such as Computing Science , Maths , Graphic Communication or a Science related subject , plus four National 5s at Grade C or above
Foundation Apprenticeship : Information Technology : Software Development SCQF Level 6 plus four National 5s at Grade C or above
National Certificate : Computing with Digital Media SCQF Level 6
Another relevant course at SCQF Level 6
Relevant industry experience and / or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis
One of the following :
One Higher at Grade C or above in Computing Science , Maths , Graphic Communication or any Science / Technology subject ; plus , four National 5s at Grade C or above , including Core Skills Level 5 Literacy
Foundation Apprenticeship : Information Technology : Hardware / System Support SCQF Level 6 plus four National 5s at Grade C or above
KEY D Dunfermline K Kirkcaldy G Glenrothes L Levenmouth R Rosyth
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