Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology aims to enhance learners’ capacity to resolve intricate applied computing issues within the realm of Information Technology. This program equips learners with the skills to oversee IT projects and grasp the societal impact of information technology. Additionally, it fosters the learner’s capability to design, strategize, and coordinate technology-driven projects that adhere to established timelines, rigorous standards, and budget constraints.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners will possess the ability to:
- Compare various methodologies suitable for organizational use within the standardized framework of system development.
- Comprehend computer systems, architectures, and networking principles.
- Develop applications for mobile devices, including the utilization of wireless communication.
- Evaluate and measure software quality and quantity within the context of modern software engineering practices.
- Devise a security strategy to safeguard a system against potential threats to hardware, software, data, and continuous system operations.
- Explore the applications and implications of industrial automation, along with designing architectures for autonomous guided vehicles.
- Create and develop web-enabled databases and the visual components of web-based projects.
- Understand the requirements for data integrity and security, as well as formulate conceptual and enterprise data models
Course Structure
The course is structured around 6 mandatory modules, each addressing various topics aligned with the intended learning outcomes. Each module carries a weight of 20 credits. Learners will have the opportunity to attend lectures and workshops designed to introduce and delve into the subject matter.
To be eligible for the diploma, learners must successfully complete all 6 modules, accumulating a total of 120 credits. The Total Qualification Time (TQT) required to complete the full qualification is 1200 hours. Guided Learning Hours (GLH) represent the study hours conducted by learners under the guidance of their tutors, encompassing activities such as tutorials, seminars, workshops, directed research, projects, or assignments.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for admission to UK GLOBAL programs, learners must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a degree in Information Technology or Computer Science from a Higher Education Institution in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or possess a degree from any recognized foreign university OR
- Have successfully completed the UK GLOBAL Graduate Diploma in Business and Information Technology OR
- Hold any qualification deemed equivalent to one of the aforementioned options.
Assessment
To successfully pass a unit, a learner is obliged to submit an assignment with a word count ranging from 2000 to 2500 words and achieve a minimum score of 50% according to the grading criteria published for that unit.
Fees
UK GLOBAL exclusively levies registration fees on the center, which cover the costs of quality assurance of assessments and the issuance of certifications.
Support and Training
The qualification specification contains comprehensive details about all the elements and requirements related to the qualification. This document is valuable for students, centers, and center staff. You can access and download the qualification specification for the Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology from the provided link.
Careers
Completing this qualification opens up a broad spectrum of career opportunities across various sectors and industries, including IT, healthcare, banking, finance, engineering, and construction.
Many of our previous students have achieved success in securing suitable employment positions within both the public and private sectors. This qualification equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in diverse professional settings.
University Pathways
Students can get direct entry to MSC Information Technology Top Up (Only A dissertation required) through our overseas partner Universities. Please enquire by writing info@ukglobal.co.uk
