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This programme develops skills in network design, administration, technical support, and problem solving. It prepares learners for employment as Network Designer, Network Support Administrator, IT Support Technician, and more.
Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
SCQF Level 8
SQA Credits 30
Comparable to:
Regulated Qualifications Framework England (RQF) Level 5
CICRA Campus offers BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security from Wrexham University
Progress to Final Year of BSc (Hons) degrees in Cyber Security, Networking, Computing or related areas
Learning Outcomes
The specific aims of this award are:
(g) to develop a range of specialist knowledge and skills in networking technologies.
(h) where applicable, to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge and skills that may allow them to sit vendor certification examinations at entry level.
(i) to prepare candidates for progression to further studies in a related discipline at SCQF level 9.
(j) to prepare candidates for employment in the general category of IT&T engineer/IT&T technician.
Course Contents
Entry Requirements
G.C.E. Advanced Level or
CICRA Foundation Programme or
Recognized relevant Diploma and Competency in English language
Fees
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