Level
Level 5
Computing & Emerging TechnologiesUndergraduate
Level 5 Extended Diploma in IT Web Design
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit IT web design route, then progress towards final year top up study while building practical web design, CMS, programming and digital product 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 Web Design 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, computing or web design degree before progressing towards final year top up study where accepted. The course develops technical and creative capability across computer systems, programming, databases, software engineering, systems analysis, human computer interaction, web design, content management systems, network security, system administration and digital business thinking.
Who It’s For
Suitable for different learner profiles.
Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 IT web design route
Students preparing for final year web design, information technology or computing top up study
Creative learners who want to combine design thinking with practical IT skills
Adult learners moving into web design, website administration, digital product or front end 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, software and IT foundations
Programming concepts and structured problem solving
Relational databases, data modelling and information handling
Software engineering and systems analysis for digital projects
Human computer interaction, usability and interface planning
Web design principles, responsive layouts and digital content structure
Content management systems, content modelling and publishing workflows
C#.NET programming concepts for dynamic web applications
Network security, system administration and IT service awareness
Progression
Progression and career outcomes.
Progress towards final year web design, web development, information technology or computing top up study where accepted
Progress to Level 6 study in web design, digital media, computing, information systems or related areas
Build a stronger academic foundation for digital product, website administration and front end routes
Develop practical evidence for web design, CMS, usability, programming and IT service roles
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
Web DesignerFront End Developer AssistantUI Designer AssistantUX Designer AssistantWebsite AdministratorDigital Content CoordinatorCMS Support AssistantWeb Development Support AssistantSEO AssistantIT Web Design Manager Trainee
Course Guidance
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