Computing, Digital and IT

Computing: Networking and Cybersecurity Level 3 Certificate Part-time

In Brief

Start Date / Duration

This course will start on Thursday 6 February and will run for 15 weeks, every Thursday between 9.00am and 4.15pm.

Entry requirements

There is no requirement for you to have undertaken a specific qualification, but you should be able to demonstrate the skills and ability to study at Level 3. English and Maths at Level 2 will provide a good foundation for success.

You will achieve

Level 3 Certificate in Networking and Cybersecurity.

Course overview

Develop essential digital and IT skills with this industry-driven Networking and Cybersecurity qualification. Gain expertise in areas like access control, ethical hacking, and network management. Perfect for career progression, higher studies, or enhancing job prospects in digital, creative and IT-focused industries. Suitable for pairing with apprenticeships, this course ensures readiness for roles in fields that require data gathering.

Course content

You must complete the mandatory Project Management unit and four of the specialist units listed below:

  • Access control
  • Data communications
  • Networking
  • Ethical hacking
  • Network management
  • Network threats and vulnerabilities

You will use a variation of assessment methods to build up a portfolio of evidence from practical tasks or written work.

All equipment will be provided.

SciTech Digital Innovation Centre
Falcon Street
Barnsley
S70 2EY

After successful completion of the course, you could move on to Higher Education, an apprenticeship or employment.

How much does the course cost?

If you are aged 19 or over and this is your first Level 3 course, this course is free. If you already hold a Level 3 qualification, the price is £1645. You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to pay for these fees.

16 – 18 year olds

Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.

19+ Students

Aged 19 or over and thinking about Further Education?

You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’

Extra information

This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

For eligibility information and details about how to apply, visit the Advanced Learner Loan page. Or contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

If the course is listed as full fee payable, you will have to pay for the course.

For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.

Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.

If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which can be added to your study programme.

If you’re aged 19 or above and don’t hold a a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.

If you need any further information, please contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk

Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Computing: Networking and Cybersecurity Level 3 Certificate Part-time

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