Welcome to London School for Technical Education (LSTE)
UK Framework Standard
Choose Your Experience Level
UK RQF Level 3 Equivalent
Level 1: Beginner Security Fundamentals
£3,000Ideal for beginners entering the IT security field. Builds foundational networking knowledge, computer hardware security, Linux/Windows administration, and basic threat analysis.
- Computer Networking (TCP/IP, OSI Model & DNS)
- Operating System Hardening (Linux & Windows)
- Fundamentals of Cryptography & PKI
- Firewalls, Antivirus & Network Defense Basics
Key Qualification Summary
- Duration: 6 Months
- Study Mode: Blended / Online Cyber Range Labs
- Entry Requirements: Secondary School Certificate / Basic Computer Literacy
- UK Credits: 60 Credits
UK RQF Level 4 Equivalent
Level 2: Intermediate Penetration Tester & Analyst
£5,500Designed for individuals with networking or IT knowledge. Focuses on ethical hacking techniques, vulnerability assessments, SIEM monitoring, and web application security auditing.
- Ethical Hacking & Vulnerability Assessment (Nmap, Metasploit)
- Web Application Security (OWASP Top 10 & Burp Suite)
- Security Operations Center (SOC) & SIEM Monitoring
- Incident Response & Digital Forensics Fundamentals
Key Qualification Summary
- Duration: 9 Months
- Study Mode: Blended / Online Hands-On Labs
- Entry Requirements: Level 3 Security Diploma or Relevant IT Background
- UK Credits: 120 Credits
UK RQF Level 5 Equivalent
Level 3: Professional Security Architect
£8,000Advanced level for cybersecurity specialists aiming for lead auditor, security architect, or CISO roles. Covers enterprise security architecture, cloud security (AWS/Azure), malware analysis, and GRC compliance.
- Cloud Security Architecture (AWS/Azure Security & Zero Trust)
- Advanced Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering
- Enterprise Governance, Risk & Compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR)
- Red Team vs. Blue Team Enterprise Simulations
Key Qualification Summary
- Duration: 12 Months
- Study Mode: Blended / On-Campus Live Cyber Range
- Entry Requirements: Level 4 Diploma or Relevant Security Work Experience
- UK Credits: 120 Credits (Total 240+ Higher Ed Credits)
Curriculum Structure
Detailed Module Breakdown
Module 1: Beginner Security Foundations & Network Defense
- Network Protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, SSL/TLS)
- Linux Command Line & Windows PowerShell Administration
- Network Reconnaissance & Packet Sniffing (Wireshark)
- Firewalls, VPNs & Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Cryptography Concepts & Asymmetric/Symmetric Encryption
- Identity & Access Management (IAM) Basics
Module 2: Intermediate Ethical Hacking & SOC Operations
- Ethical Hacking Methodology & Footprinting
- Penetration Testing Tools (Metasploit, Nmap, Hydra)
- Web Security Auditing (OWASP Top 10, SQLi, XSS, CSRF)
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Workflows & SIEM (Splunk/ELK)
- Digital Forensics Investigation & Memory Analysis
- Social Engineering Techniques & Mitigation
Module 3: Advanced Cloud Security & Enterprise Governance
- Zero Trust Architecture & Microsegmentation
- AWS & Azure Cloud Security Controls
- Malware Static & Dynamic Analysis (IDA Pro / Ghidra)
- Container & Kubernetes Security Hardening
- Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (ISO 27001, NIST)
- Red Teaming & Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Defense
Flexible Payment Options
Course Fee & Tier Options
Beginner (Level 3)
£3,000 / Full Fee
- 6 Months Full Support
- Virtual Security Lab Access
- UK RQF Standard Certificate
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Intermediate (Level 4)
£5,500 / Full Fee
- 9 Months Intensive Training
- Live Penetration Testing Labs
- Portfolio & CTF Challenge Reviews
- Cybersecurity Career Support
Professional (Level 5)
£8,000 / Full Fee
- 12 Months Master Pathway
- Advanced Cloud & Red Team Cyber Range
- 1-on-1 CISO / Architect Guidance
- Direct UK University Top-up Option