Diploma
Level 4 - Undergraduate
Course Code
603/4781/8
Credits
120 ESTC
Correspondence
Equivalent to the first year of a 3-year Bachelor’s degree in the UK and comparable to the first year of undergraduate studies internationally (US, Canada, Asia, and Europe).
Programme Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is designed to provide learners with a strong foundational knowledge across key areas of IT, including PC maintenance, programming, and database management. This diploma equips students for entry-level IT roles or progression to higher-level studies in specialised fields such as networking, software development, and web design. It combines practical and theoretical learning to foster essential technical skills for the modern IT industry.
Aims of the Diploma
The diploma aims to:
Develop technical knowledge in core areas of IT, including operating systems, ethics, and database management.
Enable learners to apply analytical and evaluative skills in a variety of IT contexts.
Support progression into technical positions or higher-level IT study pathways.
Enhance skills such as problem-solving, independent research, and collaboration, critical to the IT sector.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:
Apply principles of IT ethics and management in professional scenarios.
Demonstrate understanding of mathematics and statistics within IT applications.
Perform PC maintenance and manage operating systems effectively.
Utilise database management skills to organise and process data securely.
Duration
Full-Time: 1 Year
Part-Time: 2 Years
Maximum Completion: 5 Years from Enrolment
Mode of Delivery
Distance Education
Self-Paced Learning
Course Materials: Video and Text Resources
Assessment and Regulations
Assessment Approach
Each module is assessed through written assignments, practical applications, and case studies:
Written Assignments: Evaluate comprehension of core and specialised IT concepts.
Practical Tasks: Assess technical competencies in programming, data management, and IT system maintenance.
Grading System
Grades are awarded as Pass, Merit, or Distinction:
Pass: 40%-59%
Merit: 60%-69%
Distinction: 70% and above
Completion Requirements
All modules require a minimum pass mark of 40%. Assessment quality is assured through internal and external review by Qualifi.
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