This specialist Level 5 qualification equips students with the skills needed to protect and secure data systems from modern cyber threats — covering ethical hacking, computer forensics, network security, and incident investigation. One of the most in-demand qualifications in the UAE's growing cybersecurity sector.
Programme Overview
The Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Cyber Security (L5DC CS) represents the second year of the NCC Education degree pathway with a deep focus on cybersecurity specialisation. It builds on Level 4 computing foundations and provides the specialist skills necessary to protect and secure data systems from ever-increasing cyber threats. Total qualification time is 1,200 hours (438 guided learning hours). Available year-round in English.
Entry Requirements
- NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC), OR
- Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DC BM), OR
- Equivalent international qualification (subject to NCC Education approval)
- English language: IELTS 5.5 or above, or pass the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test
Core Modules
Students complete five mandatory core units:
1
Business IT Project
Real-world system solution development and project management
2
Information Systems Analysis
Tools for analysing system functions and security requirements
3
Network Security Threats and Defence Mechanisms
Identifying and eliminating network vulnerabilities; firewall and IDS configuration
4
Computer Forensics and Incident Investigation
Digital evidence collection, cybercriminal investigation techniques, and incident response
5
Ethical Hacking and Information Security Assessments
Penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability scanning, and risk management
Elective Units
Students choose one of the following electives:
Elective
Analysis, Design and Implementation
Object-oriented software development techniques and system design
Elective
Professional Issues in IT
Systems development, deployment, and maintenance considerations
The UAE's National Cybersecurity Strategy and rapid digital infrastructure growth have created unprecedented demand for cybersecurity professionals. This qualification is directly aligned with global cyber certification pathways and UAE employer requirements.
Career Outcomes
Cybersecurity Analyst
Network Security Consultant
Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester
Digital Forensic Analyst
IT Auditor
Security Operations Engineer
Progression Routes
BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Top-up → University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
BSc (Hons) Computing Top-up → University of Greenwich
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