All applications will be individually considered. Successful applicants must have normally studied at level 3 or above for a minimum of two years. Applicants should possess a minimum of five GCSEs grades A, B, C that should include English and Maths or other equivalent qualifications in addition to one of the following:

• Successful completion of an advanced diploma;successful completion of a BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma/Sub Diploma/Certificate in a related subject;
• Successful completion of A Level study;
• Equivalent qualifications such as Scottish Certificate of Education or International Baccalaureate, a European Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate with grade C or above in four subjects at higher level;
• Qualifications deemed equivalent to the above;
• UCAS tariff score of 48 or above is desired for entry to this programme.

Entry can also be made from national certificate/diploma, HE access, NVQs or by the College’s policy relating to APEL.Students who do not hold any formal level 3/4 qualifications but hold significant and relevant Industrial experience may gain admission through experiential learning and should request for the College Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure.

Applicants who do not meet the formal entry requirements may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APEL).In the event of over-subscription entry criteria may be enhanced. Refer to general entry requirements.

Assessment is by the use of coursework assignments with some module examinations throughout the duration of the course. Students are required to undertake a Work Based Learning module or Project Management module as part of their studies.

The articulation route for successful graduates from the Foundation Degree in Cyber Security and Networking Infrastructure allows for progression onto university degree courses in computing related disciplines subject to individual course requirements including:

Employment opportunities may also exist on successful completion.

Teaching Delivery Statement
The teaching and learning strategy within this programme will comprise of a range of delivery methods such as face to face, online and blended. All methods used have the full agreement of students, external examiners and awarding body partners*The fees quoted are payable for each year.