Level
Level 5
Computing & Emerging TechnologiesUndergraduate
Level 5 Extended Diploma in IT Networking
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit IT networking route, then progress towards final year top up study while building practical network support, system administration and infrastructure skills.
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 IT Networking is a 240 credit pathway that brings Level 4 and Level 5 study together in one undergraduate route. It is positioned as a 2 year degree pathway accelerator for learners who want to complete the equivalent of the first two years of a UK IT networking or computing degree before moving towards final year top up study where accepted. The course develops both technical and academic capability across computer systems, networking principles, system administration, routing, switching, network design, secure infrastructure, databases, web technologies and IT service practice.
Who It’s For
Suitable for different learner profiles.
Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 IT networking route
Students preparing for final year networking, information technology or computing top up study
Career starters who want a strong foundation in network support and infrastructure
Adult learners moving into IT support, network operations or systems administration 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
Networking principles, protocols and network architecture
Routing, switching and secure network configuration
System administration and technical support practice
Network security principles and operational risk awareness
Database, web and digital technology foundations
Network design, implementation and troubleshooting
IT service delivery, documentation and professional practice
Computing project skills for final year progression
Progression
Progression and career outcomes.
Progress towards final year IT networking, computing or information technology top up study where accepted
Progress to Level 6 networking, information technology, systems administration or computing related study
Build a stronger academic foundation for network operations, IT infrastructure and technical support routes
Develop practical evidence for network setup, systems administration, troubleshooting and IT 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
Network Support TechnicianIT Support TechnicianSystems Administration AssistantNetwork Operations AssistantInfrastructure Support AssistantTechnical Support AnalystNetwork Design AssistantIT Networking Manager Trainee
Course Guidance
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