Level
Level 5
Computing & Emerging TechnologiesUndergraduate
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Information Technology
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit information technology route, then progress towards final year top up study while building systems, software, database and digital business capability.
Course snapshot
Flexible study with guidance and progression support.
Credits
240 Credits
Duration
Flexible online study, with a minimum completion time of 6 months and study pacing planned around your availability, assignment progress and progression goal.
Delivery
Online
Start Date
Start anytime
Overview
Course overview
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Information Technology is a 240 credit pathway that combines Level 4 and Level 5 study into one undergraduate route. It is designed as a 2 year degree pathway accelerator for learners who want to complete the equivalent of the first two years of a UK IT or computing degree before progressing towards a final year top up where accepted. The programme develops practical and academic knowledge across computer systems, software development, database design, web and digital technologies, IT service delivery, project management, business technology, systems analysis and computing research.
Who It’s For
Suitable for different learner profiles.
Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 information technology route
Students preparing for final year IT, computing or digital technology top up study
Career starters who want a broad foundation in software, systems and IT support
Adult learners moving into technology, digital operations, systems or IT project support roles
Learners who want to save time and money compared with a traditional three year degree pathway
Learning Outcomes
What you’ll learn.
Academic writing, research and study skills for computing
Computer systems, digital infrastructure and IT foundations
Software development and programming concepts
Database design, information systems and data handling
Web technologies, digital platforms and user focused systems
IT service delivery, troubleshooting and support awareness
Systems analysis, business technology and process improvement
IT project management and professional practice
Emerging technologies and digital transformation
Computing research skills for final year progression
Progression
Progression and career outcomes.
Progress towards final year information technology, computing or digital technology top up study where accepted
Progress to Level 6 IT, computing, information systems or related study
Build a stronger academic foundation for software, systems, data and IT service routes
Develop practical evidence for IT support, systems analysis, project support and digital operations progression
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one route to save time and money compared with a traditional three year degree pathway
Possible career outcomes
IT Support TechnicianSystems Support AssistantJunior Software AssistantDatabase Support AssistantDigital Operations AssistantIT Project Support AssistantSystems Analyst TraineeInformation Technology Manager Trainee
Course Guidance
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