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Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security

LCFT Business School

Qualifi | Regulated Qualification | RQF Level 5 | 6 months - 12 months | Online (Self-Paced) | Instalment plans

Summary

Price
£740 £1,000
Funding options
Pay Full Fee: £740; 6 Month Instalment: £800, deposit £300, then £83.33 per instalment; 8 Month Instalment: £800, deposit £300, then £62.5 per instalment; Fast Track 4-month Instalment: –
Study method
Online
Course format
Online (Self-Paced). Assessments are marked internally by the approved LCFT Business School and externally verified by QUALIFI to ensure consistency, quality, and fair evaluation.
Duration
12 months · Self-paced
Level
Advanced
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security (QAN 603/4139/7)
Additional info
Tutor support Certificate(s) included Finance available

Overview

This Qualifi Level 5 Diploma strengthens your expertise in the fast-growing field of cybersecurity. It advanced your skills in threat management, digital investigations, and incident response. With this globally recognised qualification, you’ll learn high-value competencies that employers look for when hiring for specialist and leadership roles in cybersecurity.

Certificates

Upon successfully passing the qualification, the learner will get a recognised Certificate (Hardcopy) from Qualifi Ltd, an Ofqual Regulated Awarding Organisation. The course fee includes the certificate, transcript, and standard local and international postage. If you wish to receive your Certificate and Transcript by special courier, i.e., DHL, there will be an extra cost of £40 (International). Note: It is not mandatory to select the courier service for delivery. We provide this special courier option for your convenience because standard posts take longer (3-4 weeks).

Curriculum

4 units

Cryptography 30 credits

Digital Investigations and Forensics 30 credits

Communications and Incident Management 30 credits

Digital Leadership 30 credits

Description

Lead the Future of Cybersecurity with Advanced Skills and Strategy.

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security is perfect for anyone looking to develop advanced cybersecurity skills. This course will help you understand how to protect business networks, manage cyber threats, investigate digital incidents, and apply security practices effectively. The qualification builds strategic insight, leadership capability, and professional judgement required in complex cyber environments. It’s suitable for IT professionals, aspiring cybersecurity leaders, or anyone aiming to take on more responsibility in the field.

This qualification takes a semi-technical, management-focused approach to cybersecurity as a workplace discipline. The course includes four mandatory units, each of which focuses on practical knowledge and real-world applications. With 120 credits, including 1,200 Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 600 Guided Learning Hours(GLH), you’ll gain the skills and understanding needed to safeguard business systems, comply with regulations like GDPR, and progress to higher-level roles in cybersecurity.

The Level 5 Diploma is particularly suited to existing or aspiring executives, managers, and leaders responsible for organisational resilience and information security. It is flexible, online, and ideal for professionals already in employment, including those working in multinational or distributed environments. You’ll gain the ability to protect people, data, and assets across global networks. Successful completion supports progression into senior employment or higher education.

Course Details

To achieve the QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, you must complete four mandatory units. The qualification comprises a total of 120 credits, with 1,200 Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), ensuring comprehensive coverage of theoretical knowledge and practical skills required in the cybersecurity field.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): 603/4139/7

  • Delivered 100% online
  • Programme available to the UK. EU and International Students
Unit Reference Mandatory Units Level Credits TQT GLH J/617/4634 Cryptography 5 30 300 150 L/617/4635 Digital Investigations and Forensics 5 30 300 150 R/617/4636 Communications and Incident Management 5 30 300 150 Y/617/4637 Digital Leadership 5 30 300 150

Accreditation

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security is fully accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and carries its own unique Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN: 603/4139/7), which will be shown on your final certificate. Learners can verify this qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.

QUALIFI is an awarding body approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) with a reference number (RN5160), which ensures qualifications meet high academic and professional standards. Working with industry experts, it delivers relevant, practical courses through LCFT Business School. Learners gain recognised credentials valued in the UK and internationally, supporting career growth and professional development across diverse industries.

Assessment

Assessments are marked internally by the approved LCFT Business School and externally verified by QUALIFI to ensure consistency, quality, and fair evaluation. This approach ensures learners can apply knowledge practically while meeting qualification standards.

Learners complete assignment-based assessments for each unit, demonstrating that all learning outcomes and assessment criteria have been met. Instead of exam pressure, the focus is on flexible and practical learning through assignments and report writing. Evidence can be drawn from organisational information, case studies, or workplace experiences to support learning.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to take a proactive role in cybersecurity. If you’re an IT professional, manager, team leader, or business specialist, you’ll gain the skills to protect information, networks, and systems effectively. The qualification is flexible for full-time or part-time study, so you can learn at a pace that fits your schedule. Completing this course, you’ll be prepared to make a real impact in your organisation and advance your career in a growing field.

Requirements

To enrol in the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, you should: Already have a Level 4 qualification, or Have some technical or risk management experience in a computing or security environment, and have clear career goals.  Hold a Level 5 qualification in another subject and want to build a career in cybersecurity or risk management. If English isn’t your first language, show evidence of competency.* *A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.

Career path

Completing the QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in cybersecurity can progress your career by: Advancing to a Level 6 University Top-Up Degree, subject to a successful application with a partner institution Entering directly into relevant professional roles, applying advanced knowledge and skills within the workplace.

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Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security: FAQs

Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security takes around 12 months to complete and is self-paced, so you can study around work and family.

Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security leads to Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security (QAN 603/4139/7).

Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security costs £740, reduced from £1,000. Finance is available to spread the cost.

The course price includes your certificate and tutor support. Check with the provider whether any exam or registration fees are charged separately.

To enrol in the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, you should: Already have a Level 4 qualification, or Have some technical or risk management experience in a computing or security environment, and have clear career goals.  Hold a Level 5 qualification in another subject and want to build…

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to take a proactive role in cybersecurity. If you’re an IT professional, manager, team leader, or business specialist, you’ll gain the skills to protect information, networks, and systems effectively. The qualification is flexible for full-time or…

Yes. Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security is studied online, so you can learn from anywhere in the UK.

Study method describes how the course is delivered: online/distance learning, in a classroom, or in-company at your workplace. On Demand courses can be started instantly.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points show the number of learning hours a course has been independently assessed to provide.
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