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Advanced Certificate: Computing with Software Development and Cyber Security (Level 6)

Fife College

Venues

Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale) Campus, Dunfermline (Halbeath) Campus

Content

Ready to dive into the world of Computing and studying subjects such as cyber security, software development, and networking? This hands-on computing course is perfect for school leavers and mature students alike. You’ll gain practical skills across various computing fields, setting you up for high-paying jobs in Scotland’s booming cyber security industry.

The course covers Cyber Security, Software Development, Networking, Data Science, Web Design, plus, you’ll work on a real-world project that ties everything together, giving you the experience and confidence to tackle any tech challenge.

Topics Include:
Data Science; Ethical Hacking; Data Citizenship; Software Design and Development; Computer Hardware and Operating Systems; Designing and Developing Websites; Digital Forensics; Applications Development; Computing Project; Application Design; Academic skills; Data Security; Networking Fundamentals.

Entry Requirements

3 subjects at National 5, preferably including Computing Science, or Intermediate Certificate: Computing with Software Development and Cyber Security (Level 5); or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 5. Interview.

Progression Routes

Relevant HNC/D

Start Date

August

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Digital, Computing and Cyber

SCQF Level

6

Website

www.fife.ac.uk

Career Area

Offshore Energy

Career Sectors

Business, Management, Admin and Support

Digital and Technology

Engineers and Engineering Operatives or Technicians

Environment, Health and Safety

Offshore Based

Subsurface Scientists

Transport and Logistics

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