Cyber security is a multi-disciplinary profession; the UK Cyber Security Council identifies 16 different specialisms. The Council is currently reviewing the range of qualifications and certifications best-suited to each of these specialisms, and will provide further information in due course.

For information on routes to professional status for cyber security practitioners, skip directly to that section.

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a job in which you learn, gain experience and are paid as an employee. Learn more here.

Under- and post-graduate degrees

Many universities offer degrees with cyber security content. Learn more about:

• under-graduate courses
• post-graduate courses
• degree courses validated by the National Cyber Security Centre

Industry qualifications

Investigate qualifications and certifications to understand the knowledge and skills taught, and what you should be able to do as a result of gaining the qualification.