This Level 3 Diploma in Computing is a 2 year course.
In your first year you will study 6 units, including 4 mandatory units plus 2 chosen units to suit the needs of local employers.
The Mandatory units are as follows:
- Principles of Computer Science
- Fundamentals of Computer Systems
- IT Systems Security and Encryption
- Business Applications of Social Media.
Plus these two units: - Computer Games Development
- Managing and Supporting Systems.
In your second year you will study the following mandatory units: - Planning and Management of Computing Projects
- Software Design and Development Project
- The Impact of Computing.
Plus two chosen units: - Human-computer Interaction
- Object-oriented Programming
- Virtualisation
*Computer Networking.
You are also expected to carry out 30 hours work experience in both the first and second year.
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Entry requirements
5 x GCSEs with grade 4 and above including English and Maths.
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Who is the course for?
This course is designed for students who are 16 - 18 years old as well as 19+.
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Study methods
You will be taught through a range of lectures, practical exercises, laboratory sessions, group work and independent work.
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How is the course assessed?
Some units will be externally assessed through a range of formal exams and supervised assessed tasks. All other units are assessed through assignment work.
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More information
This course is timetabled for 4 days a week.
Links with employers include: ADM. -
Where Next – Job Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this course you could find employment in Cyber Security or open your own business.
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Where Next – Further Studies
Upon successful completion of this course you could go on to a range of computing courses in Higher Education including Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Science Apprenticeships in Cybersecurity and a range of other computing disciplines.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
