WELCOME TO CYBERFIRST
About CyberFirst
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CyberFirst is a programme of opportunities to help young people explore their passion for tech by introducing them to the fast paced world of cyber security. CyberFirst Yorkshire is a partnership of Industry and Educational expertise consisting of Kings Priory Digital and RTC North.
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CyberFirst covers a broad range of activities: a comprehensive bursary scheme to financially support undergraduates through university; a girls' only competition, thousands of free places on CyberFirst courses at UK universities and colleges and our new initiative CyberFirst Schools and Colleges.
Each activity is designed to seek out diverse people with potential, offering the support, skills, experience and exposure needed to be the future first line of cyber defence.
Today's students are tomorrow's experts.
Our core mission is to inspire and nurture talent by supporting young people to gain the skills, experience, and exposure they need to be the future first line of defence in our CyberFirst world.
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CyberFirst covers a broad range of activities; from lesson plans and homework booklets, to vlogs from inspirational role models and students - you will find lots of great educational content on the NCSC CyberFirst website:
CyberFirst Schools / Colleges
We need people like you to help us inspire young minds and nurture talent to ensure the next generation of cyber professionals will have the skills they need to safeguard our digital planet.
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That is why eligible secondary schools or colleges in CyberFirst regions can apply to be a part of our CyberFirst Schools and Colleges scheme.
Successful applicants receive NCSC recognition and are promoted as leaders who are committed to providing a structured approach to excellence in cyber security education.
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Become a part of the growing CyberFirst education ecosystem and access exclusive benefits to the scheme.
