Cambridge Advanced National (AAQ) in Cyber Security and Networks

Cambridge Advanced National in Cyber Security and Networks (Level 3)

The Cambridge Advanced National in Cyber Security and Networks is a two-year Level 3 qualification equivalent to one A Level. It gives students an in-depth understanding of how computer networks operate and how to protect them from the growing range of digital threats in today’s connected world.

Through hands-on learning and applied projects, students will explore the cyber security landscape, including different types of vulnerabilities, threats, and attacks, and how to detect, mitigate, and respond to them. You’ll gain the technical and analytical skills needed to identify risks, protect systems, and ensure data integrity.

The course also introduces students to the variety of careers in cyber and network security, helping you understand the roles, responsibilities, and skills required in this fast-growing sector.

Assessment is through a mix of coursework and external exams. Students complete practical projects that apply cyber security and networking concepts to real-world scenarios, alongside written assessments that test their understanding and problem-solving skills.

Level 4+ including English and Maths and

This qualification provides excellent preparation for university degrees or higher apprenticeships in areas such as Computer Science with Cyber Security, Cyber Security with Forensics, or Cyber Security