Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and IT
Open University
Key Information
Campus location
Online United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
2 - 4 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 6,924 / per year
Application deadline
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Introduction
Whether you want to gain confidence using and managing IT, grasp new opportunities or develop software solutions, there’s a study route for you. Technology dominates the way we live, work, socialise and play – and computing and IT skills are increasingly essential in today's workplace. This diploma gives you an excellent foundation for a wide variety of IT-related careers.
Key features of the course
- A flexible diploma with a choice of routes through
- Focus on computer science, digital technologies, software development, web development, or networking
- Enhances your employability
- Builds a solid foundation for further study
A nationally recognised qualification in its own right, this diploma of higher education is also equivalent to the first two-thirds of the BSc (Honours) Computing and IT (Q62).
Accessibility
We make all our qualifications as accessible as possible and have a comprehensive range of services to support all our students. The Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and IT uses a variety of study materials and has the following elements:
- studying a mixture of printed and online material – online learning resources may include websites, audio/video media clips, and interactive activities such as online quizzes
- using mathematical and scientific expressions, notations and associated techniques
- working in a group with other students
- using and/or producing diagrams and/or screenshots
- undertaking practical work
- finding external/third party material online
- using specialist software (for example the Design/Engineering Studio).
Program Outcome
This qualification develops your learning in four main areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
The level and depth of your learning gradually increase as you work through the qualification. You’ll be supported throughout by the OU’s unique style of teaching and assessment – which includes a personal tutor to guide and comment on your work; top quality course texts; e-learning resources like podcasts, interactive media and online materials; tutorial groups and community forums.
Curriculum
Course details
This diploma of higher education has two stages, each comprising 120 credits.
- You’ll start Stage 1 with two 30-credit computing and IT modules, followed by a 30-credit mathematics module. You’ll finish Stage 1 with another 30-credit computing and IT module.
- In Stage 2, you’ll study 60 credits in a specific area of computing and IT and complete your diploma with another 60 credits selected from a broader range of modules.