Cybersecurity
Higher Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals
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NQF Level:
5
Credits:
120
Minimum Duration:
1 Year
Faculty:
Information, Communication & Future Technologies
Department:
Future Technologies and Innovation
Accreditation Authority:
Council on Higher Education
Secure Your Future Career in Cybersecurity!
In a digital-first world, cybersecurity isn’t just a skill—it’s a necessity. The Higher Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals at AIFT is your gateway to a thriving career in protecting critical information systems. This one-year qualification equips you with foundational knowledge and hands-on skills in threat detection, network security, and cyber law, empowering you to take on roles like Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Administrator, or Information Security Officer.
Why Choose This Qualification?
Master essential areas like risk management, cyber law, and defense mechanisms. Gain practical skills with WIL modules, real-world simulations, and cybersecurity tools. Seamlessly transition to advanced diplomas or degrees in cybersecurity or related fields. Prepare for entry-level roles in cybersecurity, with skills sought after across industries. Choose contact, blended, or distance learning modes to fit your lifestyle and goals.
Admission Requirements.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC): Endorsed for admission to Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Degree programmes.
- National Certificate Vocational (NCV): NQF Level 4.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning.
- National Senior Certificate (NSC): Endorsed for admission to Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Degree programmes.
- National Certificate Vocational (NCV): NQF Level 4.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available to recognize your previous learning.
Qualification Structure.
The qualification consists of two semesters with four modules per semester, including a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) module in Semester 2.
Semester 1:
- Foundations of Information Systems (15 Credits)
- Introduction to Cyber Security (15 Credits)
- Networking Basics (15 Credits)
- Cyber Law and Ethics (15 Credits)
Semester 2:
- Cyber Security Threats and Defence Mechanisms (15 Credits)
- Information Assurance and Security Management (15 Credits)
- Applied Cyber Security Practices (15 Credits)
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) (15 Credits)
Semester 1:
- Foundations of Information Systems (15 Credits)
- Introduction to Cyber Security (15 Credits)
- Networking Basics (15 Credits)
- Cyber Law and Ethics (15 Credits)
Semester 2:
- Cyber Security Threats and Defence Mechanisms (15 Credits)
- Information Assurance and Security Management (15 Credits)
- Applied Cyber Security Practices (15 Credits)
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) (15 Credits)
Learning Outcomes.
Graduates will:
- Understand the principles of information systems, networking, and cybersecurity.
- Use tools and methodologies to detect, prevent, and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
- Apply legal, ethical, and regulatory standards in cybersecurity practices.
- Develop strategies to manage and mitigate risks in information security.
- Collaborate effectively to design and implement cybersecurity solutions.
- Continuously adapt to emerging technologies and evolving cybersecurity landscapes.
- Understand the principles of information systems, networking, and cybersecurity.
- Use tools and methodologies to detect, prevent, and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
- Apply legal, ethical, and regulatory standards in cybersecurity practices.
- Develop strategies to manage and mitigate risks in information security.
- Collaborate effectively to design and implement cybersecurity solutions.
- Continuously adapt to emerging technologies and evolving cybersecurity landscapes.
International Comparability.
The HCert (Cyber Security Fundamentals) aligns with global standards, sharing similarities with:
- Northern Virginia Community College (USA): Practical labs and certification prep with pathways to bachelor’s programmes.
- Edinburgh College (Scotland): Balanced theoretical and practical cybersecurity training.
- AIFT’s programme condenses global best practices into a one-year intensive course, offering robust training and clear articulation pathways to further studies or professional roles.
- Northern Virginia Community College (USA): Practical labs and certification prep with pathways to bachelor’s programmes.
- Edinburgh College (Scotland): Balanced theoretical and practical cybersecurity training.
- AIFT’s programme condenses global best practices into a one-year intensive course, offering robust training and clear articulation pathways to further studies or professional roles.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
Study your way with flexible learning options:
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with access to AIFT’s Moodle LMS.
- Contact Learning: In-person engagement with industry experts.
- Blended Learning: A mix of interactive online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Study anytime, anywhere with access to AIFT’s Moodle LMS.
Career Opportunities.
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Network Security Administrator
- Information Security Officer
- SOC Analyst
- Vulnerability Assessor
- Penetration Tester
- Forensic Computer Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Network Security Administrator
- Information Security Officer
- SOC Analyst
- Vulnerability Assessor
- Penetration Tester
- Forensic Computer Analyst
Articulation Options.
Vertical Articulation:
- Diploma in Cyber Security (NQF Level 6)
- Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (NQF Level 7)
- Bachelor of Information Systems (NQF Level 7)
Diagonal Articulation:
- Occupational Certificates in Cybersecurity or related fields (NQF Levels 6 and 7)
- Diploma in Cyber Security (NQF Level 6)
- Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (NQF Level 7)
- Bachelor of Information Systems (NQF Level 7)
Diagonal Articulation:
- Occupational Certificates in Cybersecurity or related fields (NQF Levels 6 and 7)
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