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Qualification: Certificate
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Duration & study mode: 6 Months / 24 WeeksOnline + Selected Physical Workshops
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Entry requirements: Basic computer literacy; Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
All entry requirements
Basic English reading ability for technical terms
A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
Stable internet connection for online delivery
Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines
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Programme Overview

What you will study

Cybersecurity fundamentals
Networking for security
Linux and Windows security
Vulnerability assessment
Ethical hacking methodology
Web security fundamentals
Identity and access security
Security monitoring
Cloud security
Incident response and AI-assisted analysis

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

Kali Linux
Wireshark
Nmap
Burp Suite Community
Metasploit in controlled labs
Windows Server
Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Sentinel concepts
Azure security tools
Virtualized cyber lab environments

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

Understand attack surfaces
Perform authorized reconnaissance in labs
Assess common vulnerabilities
Harden systems
Analyse network traffic
Apply identity security
Understand web security weaknesses
Use defensive monitoring concepts
Document security findings
Follow ethical and legal security practices

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst
SOC Analyst
Security Operations Trainee
Vulnerability Assessment Trainee
Junior Penetration Testing Trainee
Cybersecurity Support Engineer
Information Security Assistant
Cloud Security Support
Network Security Technician
Incident Response Trainee

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

Build an isolated cyber lab
Perform authorized host discovery
Run controlled port/service scans
Analyse packets with Wireshark
Review common vulnerability findings
Practice basic system hardening
Review web-security issues in a safe lab
Analyse security alerts/logs
Document findings and remediation
Complete a controlled incident-response scenario

Admission Requirements

Before you start

Basic computer literacy
Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
Basic English reading ability for technical terms
A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
Stable internet connection for online delivery
Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines

Next Courses

Recommended pathways

Microsoft Certified Cloud Security Engineer
Microsoft Azure Security Engineer
Advanced Ethical Hacking pathway
SOC / Microsoft Sentinel pathway
Security certification preparation

NextGen Campus Support

Student support

Live lecturer-led instruction and guided demonstrations
Student support for academic and technical questions
Access to structured lesson materials and practice resources
Guidance on lab setup and troubleshooting
Progress support throughout the programme
Recorded-session support where applicable to the intake
Career and certification pathway guidance
Practical assignment and project guidance
Peer-learning and class communication support
NextGen Campus academic coordination and learner assistance

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Certificate in Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking +AI

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Skills you will build

Where this can lead

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Before you start

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Certificate in Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking +AI

Career Opportunities & Progression

Your programme at a glance

What you will study

Technologies used

Skills you will build

Where this can lead

Hands-on learning

Before you start

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