Courses
Information Security Management
Postgraduate Certificate
Course Details
| Course Code | LL_ISCMG_S |
|---|---|
| Level | 9 |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Credits | 20 |
| Method of Delivery | Online |
| Campus Locations | Donegal – Letterkenny |
| Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
This course aims to provide students with a practitioner’s understanding of information security from the view of various stakeholders, roles and process that interact with data at rest or data in transit. Module 1 will cover the core competencies and lead the learner to investigate further new areas as they arise.
Module 2 aims to provide students with a solid background to information security management in projects and services from the governance level. As part of this module learners are encouraged to contribute to the leadership of their group by displaying critical thinking, analytical skills and judgement particularly when reviewing the impact of their decisions within the wider context.
Course Details
Year 1
| Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Information Security Management 1To provide the student with a practitioner's understanding of information security from the view of various stakeholders, roles and process that interact with data at rest or data in transit. This module will cover the core competencies and lead the learner to investigate further new areas as they arise. Learning Outcomes 1. A udit the necessary Information Systems appropriate to particular business requirements. |
10 | Mandatory |
| 1 |
Information Security Management 2To provide the student with a solid background to information security management in projects and services from the governance level. As part of this module learners are encouraged to contribute to the leadership of their group by displaying critical thinking, analytical skills and judgement particularly when reviewing the impact of their decisions within the wider context. Learning Outcomes 1. Critically assess the governance of IT security, e valuat ing the wider business and strategic environments within which the project resides . |
10 | Mandatory |
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Entry Requirements
Minimum qualification is an Honours degree in Computing with first or second-class honours or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates who do not have an Honours degree but have significant relevant experience may also be eligible for consideration via Accredited Prior Learning (APL) and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Fees
This course is funded by the Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026 programme and fees are subsidised at 80% for all eligible learner categories. Eligible learners can expect to pay €280 for this programme as part of this initiative.
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