Undergraduate Courses (level 4, 5 & 6)

Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology

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Introduction

Alternative to HNC or First Year of the Degree programme, the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology qualification provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the IT industry, notably in graphics, website design or PC maintenance. The technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the qualification are required and recognised internationally.

Assessment is through practical assignments, with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.

Ofqual RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) qualification number for Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is 603/4781/8.

Aims of the Course

The qualification provide the opportunity for individuals to forge a career in IT by seeking a greater knowledge and understanding of the industry, and to support the individual’s development into technical positions. Overall aims include:
1) Apply the principles of IT in a range of business environments.
2) To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the IT world.
3) Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and IT industry.
4) A qualification that enables students to gain credit towards degree programme.
5) A qualification that enables students to develop the academic standards required for study at a higher level.
6) To develop the learner’s ability to recognise and reflect on the process of personal learning and development, which facilitates the enhancement of key personal, sociable and other transferable skills.

Careers

The Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets.

Learners completing the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology will allow progress to:
1) The Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology; or
2) The second year of undergraduate study in information technology; or
3) Directly into employment in an associated profession.

The Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology qualification leads learners to enter the University at year 2 of a University degree.

For progression opportunities into universities, click here.

Entry Requirements

The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:

  A level (or equivalent) or

  Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) or

  Mature applicant with GCSE (or equivalent) and work experience and

  IELTS 4.0 or CEFR level B1 (if applicable)

Programme Summary

Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology (120 credits) consists of:

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