Certificate Level 3 Information Technology

Qualification Title: Certificate Level 3 Information Technology

Level: 3

ECTS: 30

Progression routes: Level 4 Diploma, Level 4 Diploma in IT, or employment in an associated profession.

Course Overview

The Level 3 Diploma in IT equips learners with skills and knowledge to work in the IT sector or progress to further study, covering computer systems, networks, coding, website development, mobile communications, cybersecurity, and social media for business.

Units

  • Computer Systems
  • Coding and Website Development
  • Networks
  • Mobile Communications
  • Cyber Security
  • Social Media for Business

Certificate Level 4 Information Technology

Qualification Title: Certificate Level 4 Information Technology

Level: 4

ECTS: 60

Progression routes: Level 5 Diplomas in IT, second year of undergraduate study in IT or Computer Science, or employment in an associated profession.

Course Overview

This Level 4 Diploma provides a broad base of knowledge and skills in IT roles such as programming, web design, and PC maintenance, recognised internationally.

Units

Core Units:

  • Information Technology and IT Ethics
  • Mathematics and Statistics for IT
  • PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
  • Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts

Elective Units (Select 2):

  • Logical IT Networking
  • Physical IT Networking
  • Web Programming
  • Graphical User Interface (GUI)
  • Programming Concepts and Java for Android Programming

Certificate Level 5 Information Technology

Qualification Title: Certificate Level 5 Information Technology

Level: 5

ECTS: 60

Progression routes: Level 6 Diplomas, final year undergraduate study, or employment in IT-related professions.

Course Overview

This Level 5 Diploma develops advanced skills in .NET programming, system administration, and network security, with flexible elective options in networking, web design, or e-commerce.

Units

Core Units:

  • Technopreneurship
  • Network Security
  • C#.NET Programming
  • System Administration

Elective Units (Select 2):

  • Network Routing and Switching
  • Network Design and Administration
  • Content Management Systems
  • Web Design
  • Business to Business (B2B) E-commerce
  • Business to Consumer (B2C) E-commerce

Certificate Level 7 Diploma Information Technology

Qualification Title: Certificate Level 7 Diploma Information Technology

Level: 7

ECTS: 60

Progression routes: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or employment in an IT profession.

Course Overview

This diploma aims to develop advanced abilities to solve complex computing problems, manage IT projects, and understand the societal impact of IT.

Units

  • Computer Networks
  • Data Analytics
  • Database Management Systems
  • Management Information Systems
  • Computers and Society
  • Computing Projects