College of Computing Technology (CCT) Dublin
Diploma in Networking and Systems Security (Springboard+)
Dublin, Ireland
Diploma
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: The Diploma in Networking and Systems Security (Springboard+) at CCT College Dublin builds practical networking and security skills. You’ll learn networking, routing, switching, firewall and security concepts in an industry-focused environment with labs. The programme develops knowledge, skills and competence for a networking specialist. Graduates can secure entry or junior IT roles and continue to higher study at NFQ level 7 or above.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as networking specialist, network administrator, systems security analyst, cybersecurity technician, junior SOC analyst or IT support technician; you can progress to further study. Related keywords: network security, cybersecurity, routing, switching, firewalls.
The Diploma in Networking and Systems Security is designed for learners seeking to develop their knowledge, skills and competence in the area of networking and systems security and is available via Springboard+. This special purpose programme designed to produce graduates with the attributes required of a Networking Specialist today and the ability to continue to develop knowledge, skill and competence to remain competitive and employable in an ever-advancing sector. Learners will engage with the opportunity to assimilate knowledge within an industry focused learning environment.
This focus is maintained through the use of many practical sessions including labs and workshops. Graduates of this programme should be able to secure professional roles at entry or junior level positions in IT and related industries, and progress to beyond these roles using skills related to those learned in the programme curriculum. The graduate will also be well-placed to pursue further academic studies at NFQ level 7 or above.
