IT and Computing
The Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in IT and Computing at CGI is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in computer systems, programming, cybersecurity, and network management. This program enables students to progress into the final year of an undergraduate degree at a UK university.
- Start Date: Anytime
- Location: Online
- Study Pace: Flexible
- Qualifications:
- Level 4 Qualifi Diploma in Information Technology (120 credits)
- Level 5 Qualifi Diploma in Information Technology (120 credits)
- Combined Level 4 & 5 Qualifi Diploma (240 credits)
- Assessment: Online written assignments
- Includes: 1-2-1 tutor support, access to learning materials, and more
- Ofqual Accreditation:
- Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology – 603/4781/8
- Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology – 603/4791/0
- Students can complete either Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits), or both (240 credits) to advance in the IT sector.
- The course is delivered entirely online with flexible scheduling.
- Each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours, plus 30-50 additional hours of optional learning materials.
- Students must complete 6 assignments at Level 4 and 6 assignments at Level 5, each ranging from 2,000-3,000 words.
- Upon successful completion, students receive a Qualifi diploma, allowing them to progress to a final-year undergraduate degree at various UK universities.
This program prepares students for careers in IT, computing, and cybersecurity. Accredited by Qualifi, the course provides essential knowledge and technical expertise required in today’s technology-driven world.
- Computer Systems and Software
- Computer Programming
- Relational Database Systems
- Software Engineering
- Systems Analysis and Design
- E-commerce Applications
- Human-Computer Interaction
- IT and Society
- Information Systems Theory and Practice
- Management Information Systems
- Innovative Technologies in Computing
- Computing Research Methods
- Software Development Methodologies
- Managing a Computing Project
- Strategic Management Information Systems
- Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in IT
- Network Design
- Web-Based Development
- Cybersecurity
- Database Design and Development
- Information Technology and IT Ethics
- Mathematics and Statistics for IT
- PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
- Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts
- Logical IT Networking
- Web Design
- Technopreneurship
- Network Security
- C#.NET Programming
- System Administration
- Network Routing and Switching
- Web Design
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a full secondary education (minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent).
- Candidates without formal qualifications may be considered based on work experience.
University Progression: Graduates of the Level 4 & 5 IT and Computing diploma can progress to a final-year undergraduate degree at a UK university, either online or on campus. CGI has partnerships with several institutions offering BSc (Hons) top-up degrees in IT and Computing.
Students who complete the Level 4 and 5 Diplomas at CGI can progress to top-up their degree at the following universities:
- Middlesex University – BSc Information Systems (Top-Up), BSc (Hons) Information Technology and Business Information Systems (Top-Up)
- University of Gloucestershire – BSc (Hons) Computing (On Campus)
- University of Derby – BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Technology
- University of Hertfordshire – BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-Up)
- University of Huddersfield – BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top-Up) (On Campus)
Start Your Journey Today! Enrol in the IT and Computing diploma at CGI and take the first step toward a successful career in information technology and computing. Contact us to learn more about the program and how you can progress toward a full undergraduate degree.