Open University

网络安全理学士（荣誉）

Knowledge and understanding

On completion of this qualification, you will have:

• A broad critical understanding of the fundamental principles, concepts and techniques of the design and development of secure digital systems and their secure use
• An understanding of the theory and practice of cyber security within networked systems including an appreciation of a range of methods, models and tools to support secure management and analysis of information systems, along with awareness of the various operating systems and platforms
• An understanding of the range of situations in which digital systems are used and how people interact with them
• A critical awareness of the professional, ethical, social and legal issues that can be associated with the development and deployment of digital systems
• An awareness of major trends in cyber security and the implications of these trends
• A thorough understanding of developing and implementing secure systems and the methods and tools used in the design, implementation and testing including offensive methodologies
• The ability to critically analyse, develop and apply digital solutions appropriate to security examination and digital forensic investigation, including an appreciation of tools, techniques and legal requirements.

Cognitive skills

On completion of this qualification, you will be able to:

• Apply and critically evaluate key digital and cyber security concepts in a range of contexts
• Select and apply appropriate techniques and tools for abstracting, modelling, problem-solving, designing and testing cyber security systems and be aware of the limitations involved
• Compare, contrast and critically analyse and refine specifications and implementations of digital systems from a cyber security perspective
• Device and carry out a cyber security project that applies and extends your knowledge and understanding, and critically reflect on the processes involved and the outcomes of your work.

Practical and professional skills

On completion of this qualification, you will be able to:

• Analyse, design, evaluate and/or test digital and cyber security systems, using appropriate simulation and modelling tools where appropriate
• Plan and organise yourself and your work appropriately, including keeping systematic records of work in progress and outcomes
• Demonstrate the ability to undertake ongoing learning to keep up to date with digital and cyber security systems
• Identify and address the professional, ethical, social and legal issues that may arise during the development and use of digital and cybersecurity systems
• Use appropriate professional tools to support your work.

Key skills

On completion of this qualification, you will be able to:

• Communicate information, arguments, ideas and issues clearly and in appropriate ways, bearing in mind the audience it’s for and the purpose of your communication
• Work in a group, communicating effectively using digital communication and in face-to-face contexts
• Work independently, planning, monitoring, reflecting on and improving your learning
• Select, and use accurately, appropriate numerical and analytical techniques to solve problems
• Recognise and understand a range of technological problems and select suitable techniques for solving them.

This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits.

• In Stage 1, you’ll study three 30-credit computing and IT modules and a 30-credit mathematics module.
• 在第 2 阶段，您将学习四个 30 学分的模块。
• In Stage 3, you’ll study two 30-credit modules, choose one 30-credit module and complete a 30-credit project module.

Stage 1 (120 credits)

You'll study all three of the following:

• Introduction to computing and information technology 1 (TM111)
• Introduction to computing and information technology 2 (TM112)
• Technologies in practice (TM129)

You'll choose one from:

• Discovering mathematics (MU123)
• Essential Mathematics 1 (MST124)

Stage 2 (120 credits)

You'll study all four of the following:

• Web technologies (TM252)
• Cisco networking (CCNA) part 1 (TM257)
• Communication and information technologies (TM255)
• Cyber security (TM256)

Stage 3 (120 credits)

You'll study both of the following:

• 信息安全（TM311）
• Systems penetration testing (TM359)

You'll choose one from:

• Cisco networking (CCNA) part 2 (TM357)
• Communications technology (TM355)
• IT systems: planning for success (TM353)
• Web, mobile and cloud technologies (TM352)

You'll study the following:

• The computing and IT project (TM470)

Assessment

Our assessments are all designed to reinforce your learning and help you show your understanding of the topics. The mix of assessment methods will vary between modules.

Computer-Marked Assignments

• Usually, a series of online, multiple-choice questions.

Tutor-Marked Assignments

• You’ll have a number of these throughout each module, each with a submission deadline.
• They can be made up of essays, questions, experiments or something else to test your understanding of what you have learned.
• Your tutor will mark and return them to you with detailed feedback.

End-of-Module Assessments

• The final, marked piece of work on most modules.
• Modules with an end-of-module assessment won’t usually have an exam.

Exams

• Some modules end with an exam. You’ll be given time to revise and prepare.
• You’ll be given your exam date at least 5 months in advance.
• Most exams take place remotely, and you will complete them at home or an alternative location.
• If a module requires you to take a face-to-face exam, this will be made clear in the module description, and you will be required to take your exam in person at one of our exam centres.

职业发展技能

如果您已经从事或希望从事计算机和 IT 系统工作，那么本学位课程将非常有用。该学位课程将传授技术和个人素质，以管理、实施和评估全球背景下的商业活动安全，以及对社会技术系统运作的广泛理解和充分预防或应对网络安全事件的能力。

该课程致力于培养学科特定技能和个人可转移技能，以便学生在学习期间和毕业后可以直接进入各种职业的负责职位，例如软件安全架构师、软件开发人员、系统管理员、渗透测试员、数字取证调查员、安全运营分析师、IT 顾问或计算研究员，以满足学习者和雇主的期望。

职业相关性

英国政府数字、文化、媒体和体育部（DCMS）的一项研究表明，网络安全技能的严重短缺是一项国家挑战，也是技术增长的一个表现。

网络安全毕业生的需求将超出传统工作场所，而传统工作场所是一般计算机和 IT 毕业生寻求的就业机会。聘用网络安全毕业生的组织范围广泛，包括零售、金融服务、休闲和游戏、法律和保险行业、电信、广播媒体、数字媒体、制造业、交通运输、旅游业、公共部门和医疗保健。

网络安全是需求最高的领域之一，其他领域包括移动开发、云计算和大数据管理。

其他职业

除了纯技术岗位外，一些毕业生还进入警务（网络犯罪）部门、保险公司工作，这些公司需要数字取证专家来支持网络保险服务、管理咨询公司或企业岗位，而其他人则从事技术写作岗位或从事自由职业。

许多研究生水平的工作都面向任何学科的毕业生，特别是在商业，金融，管理咨询和公共部门。一些职业可能需要进一步的学习，培训和/或工作经验，超越你的学位。

通过我们独特的远程学习方法，您可以在家中、在工作中或在旅途中学习。

你需要满足一些评估截止日期，但除此之外，你可以自由地在适合自己的时间学习，将学习安排在工作、家庭和社交生活之间。

对于每个模块，您要么只使用在线资源，要么结合使用在线和印刷材料。

您学习的每个模块都会有一个模块网站

• 每周的学习计划，为你提供循序渐进的学习指导
• 课程材料，如阅读材料、视频、录音和自我评估活动
• 用于与其他学生进行讨论和合作活动的模块论坛
• 每项作业的详细信息及其截止日期
• 辅导预订系统、在线辅导室以及导师的联系方式
• 一些印刷模块材料和资源的在线版本。