SBC Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security

Introduction

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security is designed to equip learners with the advanced knowledge, analytical skills, and technical competencies required to identify, manage, and mitigate cyber threats in complex digital environments. This qualification develops learners’ ability to design secure systems, manage incidents, evaluate organizational risks, and ensure compliance with global cybersecurity standards. Graduates will be well-positioned to pursue professional roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Engineer, or Information Security Consultant.

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Project Management is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree.

Assessment is through practical assignments, with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security is equivalent to RQF Level 6, comparable to the final year of a UK bachelor's degree.

This qualification is aligned with our Self Regulated Framework (SRF) and consists of 120 credits, awarded by Severn Business College. Sample Certificate.

Careers

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets and/or to a Masters degree programme.

Students who successfully completed Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security qualification can progress onto a Level 7 qualification leading to MBA Top-Up.

This qualification may be used to progress to a college or university and claim credit transfer through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Entry Requirements

The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:

Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) or

Mature applicant with qualification and work experience and

IELTS 5.5 or CEFR level B2 (if applicable)

Programme Summary

Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Cyber Security (120 credits) consists of:

Unit	Unit Level	Unit Credit
Cyber Security Principles and Practices	6	20
Network and Infrastructure Security	6	20
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing	6	20
Digital Forensics and Incident Response	6	20
Cyber Security Management and Governance	6	20
Emerging Technologies and Future Threats	6	20