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How to become a cyber security specialist
Protects systems and data from attacks.
See all routes in WayWhatAfter GCSEs
- A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
- Digital Production, Design & Development T-level T-level: a step towards the routes below
- IT (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below
After sixth form or college
Computer Science Degree
- With A-levels: Needs A-level Maths. Helpful: Further Maths, Computer Science, Physics. Typical: A*A*A–BBB.
Digital & Technology Solutions Degree apprenticeship
- With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Maths, Computer Science. Typical: Often ABB–BBC; employers set their own requirements.
- With a T-level: Needs Digital Production, Design & Development T-level. Typical: Merit or above.
- With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Information Technology. Typical: Usually DMM.
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